Youth Programs

RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards)

RYLA is an acronym for Rotary Youth Leadership Awards.  RYLA is leadership training for young adults (19-25 years) led by a professional facilitator experienced in youth leadership development and supported by RYLA graduates and Rotarians;
 
One week residential program on a college/university campus consisting of lectures, simulation games, discussion groups, committee work, public speaking, social activities;
An opportunity to learn, grow, share ideas, have fun and make new friends.
As a District 7090 sponsored award program since 1973, RYLA demonstrates Rotary's respect and concern for youth.  It is one of Rotary International's Youth Services Programs. 
 

Adventures in Citizenship

This event which takes place in May every year, provides a unique opportunity for a selected group of young Canadians to come together and gain a better understanding of our country. Through meetings with political leaders, senior officials and others, they learn a great deal about the workings of our democratic institutions. Through meeting one another and having discussions among themselves, they learn to appreciate the diversity of Canada and the privileges and responsibilities of citizenship.
 
The Adventures in Citizenship Program is delivered by the Rotary Club of Ottawa.  For more details on the program or how to get involved, click here.

Rotary Youth Exchange

Rotary Youth Exchange is an international exchange program open to 15 - 18 year olds who wish to spend up to a year living with host families abroad and attending school in a different country.  The Rotary Club of Welland annually engages in youth exchange programs throughout the world, with youth outbound and exchange students inbound.
 
The Rotary Youth Exchange is a program of various Rotary Districts – District 7090 for the Rotary Club of Welland.  For greater detail on the Youth Exchange Program its benefits and application processes please click here.

Rotary Medallions

Rotary Medallions are awarded to graduating students that display characteristics and academics.  The Rotary Medallions are awarded through a process through the high schools locally and presented at graduating ceremonies by Welland Rotarians.