Rotary believes in developing the next generation of leaders and our programs help younger leaders build leadership skills, expand education and learn the value of service.
Rotary Youth Programs
Our Club is passionate about empowering youth and young professionals through leadership programs, education enrichment, and programs that enhance international awareness and understanding. We work with local schools and organisations to fund promising youth applicants engage in life-changing training, mentoring and enrichment and exchange programs.
Below are details of individual programs supported by our Club.
| RYTS – Leadership & Development Program for concluding Year 12 Students –
|
RYTS (Rotary Youth Transitional Seminar) is a youth personal development and leadership program guiding young people in the transition from school to life's next phase by creating connections and enhancing their life skills, confidence, and leadership capability.
Participants will be taken on a journey of learning about decision making, peer communications, working in teams, problem-solving, building self confidence, leadership and team management, and so much more. They will meet business leaders, community leaders and individuals who do this on a day-to-day basis.
And like the other young people they’ll meet doing the program, they'll see that it doesn't matter what their background is, they'll be able to take what they learn and apply it to life outside of school.
Program costs for one or two students will be fully funded by the Rotary Club of Carindale. If additional students are interested, then additional funding can be sourced.
Applications close 31 October 2026.
For details: https://ryts9620.org.au/
| The Science Experience – a nation-wide STEM outreach program for Year 9 and 10 students.
|
Treble the science experience by attending three of the largest universities in Queensland during the three days. Participants will tour scientific facilities, hear from some of Queensland’s leading scientists, participate in hands-on workshops, and explore science-based careers. Areas covered include forensic and biological science, chemistry, physics, mathematics, astronomy, environmental sciences and engineering.
The three-day program cost of $250 per student can be sponsored by the Rotary Club of Carindale.
For details visit: https://www.scienceexperience.com.au/
|
|
The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) Program gives students who are about to start Year 12 a deep dive into the wonder and power of science, technology, engineering and mathematics alongside some of the brightest minds in Australia. Applications for the January 2027 programs in Brisbane and Canberra have closed. Details of the January 2028 programs will be posted shortly.
Staying on campus at university colleges, students are immersed in a week of science and technology learning about cutting-edge research, participating in tours of science and technology facilities, engaging with industry partners and research providers, learning about university, training and STEM career pathways, and mixing with like-minded students their age from all over Australia. Delivered by youth for youth, alumni of the Program return each year to help deliver each session through the NYSF Student Staff Leadership Program.
The program fee of $3,180 covers all accommodation, meals and activities during the program. Students experiencing financial hardship or another disadvantage that negatively impacts their ability to attend the program may apply for an NYSF Access and Equity Scholarship once applications open. The Rotary Club of Carindale is pleased to half-fund the program fee and assist students to fundraise to attend.
For details visit: https://www.nysf.edu.au/programs/year-12-program/
|
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards – current and aspiring leaders aged 20-30 |
(RYLA) is an exciting and challenging training program which aims to equip leaders and potential leaders between the ages of 20 and 30 with the personal, leadership and citizenship skills required to succeed in all areas of their life. The program provides participants with an unforgettable experience in life, learning and laughter in a regional setting.
As an applicant, RYLA costs you nothing but your time. Rotary Clubs and workplaces sponsor all RYLA participants. If you do not have a Rotary sponsor yet, we still encourage you to apply and we will help find one. In exchange, applicants return to the sponsoring Rotary Club to present on their RYLA experience.
For details visit @RYLADISTRICT9620 or email ryladistrict9620@gmail.com
|
Rotary Youth Exchange provides an opportunity of a lifetime for Australian high school students to live & study abroad. |
Rotary Youth Exchange provides a unique opportunity for young Australians to experience at first hand the many cultures of a different country, a new way of life and in some instances another language. Often, the friendships you make will be life long and important in achieving the aims of the exchange – the building of goodwill and understanding between countries.
Two exchange programs are available:
Long Term allows students aged 15-18 to spend a year abroad, attending secondary school and living with 3-4 host families. During this exchange, you'll gain self-awareness and learn about your host families' culture and country's diversity.
Short Term is a reciprocal student-to-student, family-to-family exchange lasting 6-12 weeks. You must host your matched international student in your home at an arranged time.
For details visit: https://ryea.org.au/ or contact the Rotary Club of Carindale.