Participants accepted into RYLA agree to the following:

1. Meet with their sponsoring Rotary Club prior to RYLA to introduce themselves or take part in an informal interview (a presentation is not required at this stage).
2. Fully participate in all aspects of the RYLA program.
3. Attend a Rotary Club meeting after RYLA to share their experience and key learnings.
4. Contribute at least 16 hours of community service by supporting Rotary Club projects or initiatives following RYLA.

• For all applications fully completed (EOI accepted and transport details entered) before 1 November, the cost is $1,300.

• Applications received on or after 1 November will be $1,400.

• Each RYLArian contributes $100 toward attendance. We recommend that the sponsoring Rotary Club consider refunding this $100 once the participant has completed their presentation and contributed to club projects.

1. Connect with businesses and young people to obtain Expressions of Interest (EOI) for your club. Occasionally, the RYLA committee may also contact you with a potential applicant. Resources to assist are provided below.
2. Confirm your candidate’s attendance by emailing the RYLA committee.
3. Arrange transport for your RYLArian and complete the online transport form.
     – If the form is completed prior to the EOI cut-off date, your club will receive a discounted attendance fee.
4. Transport your RYLArian(s) to the conference.
5. Attend the Tuesday evening Rotary Dinner with your RYLArian(s).
6. Transport your RYLArian(s) home after the conference.
7. Arrange for your RYLArian(s) to present at your club and participate in at least two Rotary projects following RYLA.

Potential participants are easy to find. Start networking now with the organisations listed below or your own contacts in the community and business. Past RYLArians may also be able to assist in your search.

Local businesses are a great starting point, and a business letter is available to assist with outreach. Employees at your workplace, family members, or community contacts can also help share the benefits of RYLA.

Employees at your work or members of your family are also welcomed to share the benefits of RYLA. Look for volunteers, employees and students of the following organisations. These suggestions are just a few, there are many more.

Suggested Local Organisations:

• Businesses

• Local Council

• Rotaract Clubs or young Rotarians

• Universities or TAFE

• Sporting clubs (especially young coaches or team leaders)

• Outreach Centres

• Hospitals (young nurses and other healthcare professionals)

• Youth Groups (church and community)

• Country Fire Authority (CFA) and State Emergency Service (SES)

• Charity groups or businesses

Other Suggestions:

• Employees at your workplace

• St John Ambulance

• Scout Association of Australia

• Reach Foundation

• YMCA

• Juvenile Diabetes Association

• Berry Street, Inc.

• Apex Clubs

• Political party organisations

• Local Member of Parliament

Start reaching out early — every contact could lead to a future RYLArian making a positive impact in your community!