At the same meeting we had the presentation of the Lutzy Award (see above), we also welcomed the three awardees to the recent RYPEN (Rotary Youth Program for Enrichment) awardees. Jaali Hendy joined with the Lutzy Award winner Lucy Thorburn and last year's Lutzy winner Jessica Webber (picture left). [must be something in the water over there... ☺ Ed.] RYPEN is a weekend experience in the Gold Coast Hinterland for youth aged 14-16 years, designed to develop skills that
will assist them in the transition to adulthood. Participants are involved in a variety of workshops and activities, which provide an opportunity for them to personally develop, gain self confidence, communication skills, challenge themselves, build friendships, and develop life skills.
From a prepared speech, the three girls presented us with a brief outline: "It was an awesome experience that we recommend to any 14 to 16 year old to participate in and broaden their life experience and self confidence".
RYPEN is just one of 12 Youth Programs conducted in our District. Click on this link to get full details of what else is happening!