Youth Service - RYPEN

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Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment                                                                                         
Teenagers today benefit greatly from opportunities to develop “life skills” and motivation to help them cope with the challenges of a very competitive future.
Pressure is put on students to perform academically and their results are the benchmark of success. However other skills are needed for the next stage of a student’s growth, be that further education or the workplace.

Who will be targeted?
Full-time students in Year 9, around 15 years of age who will be in Year 10 in 2009
Further, RYPEN will be targeting average young adults who have not yet experienced leadership positions. We are looking for those for whom a RYPEN weekend would be a confidence boost and who would benefit from being exposed to leadership training.

Where do we locate participants?
Contact your local high school Year Adviser for Year 9, 2009 going into year 10 in 2010.

Outcomes for Participants
RYPEN aims to deliver the following outcomes: 
„« Increased motivation and improved life skills. 
„« Better self-image and more pride in themselves. 
„« An understanding of setting and achieving goals. 
„« The confidence to overcome failure and take control of their future.

Outcomes for Rotary Clubs
RYPEN has separate outcomes for participating Rotary Clubs:
„« Fills a niche in the teenage market.
„« Reiterates Rotary’s commitment to youth.
„« Good “bridge” to RYLA, Youth Exchange and later Rotaract.
„« Great opportunity to build relationship with local schools.
„« Provides a good news media story.


Program Duration
RYPEN will go over two nights, starting at 7pm on Friday 29th to 31st January 2010 and finishing at 5pm on The Collaroy Centre has been chosen for its excellent accommodation and training facilities. CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS IS OCTOBER 31st 2009

       Application form can be found here

RYPEN is an intensive program, consisting of plenary sessions, workshops and recreation activities.
Participants will be given an opportunity to learn from achievers in the worlds of business, sport and entertainment. Presenters will speak at keynote sessions and workshops and share their experiences with participants, while emphasising the need to work hard and stay focused.
At the same time, participants are interacting with peers from different backgrounds, improving their teamwork skills and having fun!!
All this is done in an informal atmosphere, where questions and debates are encouraged.