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Nomination Form

Know someone who would benefit from this up-skilling course?  

Nominate them below, entries close 1st February 2026.

The nominee has the full support of the employer and the employer is willing to provide a statement to mast academy regarding the character of the nominee. Required

Thanks for submitting!

Rotary Youth Leadership Award

NEXT COURSE INFO: 

 

DATES FOR 2026

Sat 27 June - Sat 4 July

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Willow Park Convention Centre at Eastern Beach, Auckland

MAST Academy will provide support up to $300 for any equipment or clothing required to attend this course.

RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards) is a week-long leadership development programme for 20-28 year olds hosted and sponsored by Rotary Clubs in district 9920.

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RYLA is an experiential live-in programme designed to help young people develop their teamwork and communication skills and fulfil their potential as leaders. This programme brings together a diverse group of young leaders across industries, cultures, genders and ethnicity to build meaningful and effective networks.

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The programme consists of a combination of:

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  • presentations and workshops facilitated by community and business leaders particularly focusing on leadership development,

  • opportunities for the exchange of ideas, opinions and experiences in discussion groups etc,

  • open sessions, sport and keep-fit exercises,

  • the opportunity to experience and practice leadership skills in action.

  • involvement in a community activity and with the host Rotary Club.

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To find out more, visit the RYLA.co.nz website

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