Visit your districts web page for date, time and registration to attend. Rotary youth exchange australia ryea find out more. The students above are the 201220 inbound students. District 5170 youth exchange handbook rotary youth services. Take online nayen youth protection awareness training and pass. Search the multitude of pages with information about rotary youth exchange. Often, you will make lifelong friendships with the families, rotarians and fellow exchange students you meet, helping to. Rotary youth exchange inspires young leaders to serve as catalysts for peace and social justice in their local communities and throughout the world, long after their exchanges end.
Rotary is committed to creating and maintaining the safest possible environment for all participants in its programs, including youth exchange. The information you provide will help to determine your acceptance in the rotary youth exchange program, and your placement in a host family, school, and community. The district 5400 rotary youth exchange program is a longterm high school exchange program which lasts for an academic year. The rotary youth exchange program builds world peace one young person at a time. Please do not leave any donations outside the shop during this time, as there is noone at the shop to deal with them. Youth exchange the primary audience for this guide is rotary districtlevel leaders who participate in rotary s youth exchange program. Rotary district 5550 exchanges 30 students annually on a one year international exchange. Essex eastern states student exchange welcomes you to the rotary youth exchange program. By agreeing to be a host family for a rotary exchange student, you have agreed to assume parental responsibility for this young ambassador from another country, to provide shelter and sustenance, guidance and counsel, and love and support to the child of strangers who may live thousands of miles from you. Eastern states student exchange for the essex outbound. About youth exchange scholarships rotary youth exchange.
This is a photo of paul brown, chairman of pukekohe community action and louise le fleming preparing food parcels that rotary funded. Not only does it provide a comprehensive summary of the current u. Rotary youth exchange builds peace one young person at a time. Rotarys youth protection policies and district youth exchange certification program ensure that the safety of our youth is the highest priority. For students 15 17 years who are interested in travelling and experiencing a new culture through rotary youth exchange, you will spend a year studying abroad living with rotary volunteer host families who will introduce you to a new culture, language and lifestyle in one of 12 countries. Rotary clubs host exchanges for students ages 1519 in more than 100 countries. Unlike many exchange programs, rotary youth exchange is managed by volunteers, resulting in relatively low administrative costs and a strong support network of engaged rotarians. All household members over the age of 18 will be required to. We are happy you have decided to become an exchange student and it is our hope that you will have the experience of a lifetime.
Rotary youth exchange offers three types of exchange programs. Each year rotary youth exchange sends about 8,000 high school students on the adventure of a lifetime. The short term and long term youth exchange programs provide students 15 to 18 12 years old with an opportunity to live in a foreign country with a host family or families and experience the culture. The rotary youth exchange program provides thousands of young students with the opportunity to meet people from. This program is possible because of the dedication, leadership, and passion of the tens of thousands of volunteers rotary members and nonmembers alike who make this unique program so successful. Rotary youth exchange rye is a unique opportunity for young people between 1619 years old to experience a different country as a local. Students learn a new language, discover another culture, and truly become global citizens. Rotary is comprised of all volunteers, thus it is an extremely affordable and valuable exchange for high school students. A rotary district is a group of rotary clubs in a specific area or. Youth exchange handbook my rotary rotary international. Rotary international youth exchange handbook slideshare. To be eligible, students must be over 16 and less than 18 years of age at the time of departure in january. Rotarys youth protection policies and district youth exchange certification program ensure.
If you have determined that you do reside in rotary district 9920 per the above maps and you wish to apply for a rotary youth exchange then complete the initial application form and also send us your contact details, date of birth, and school via the contact us page. Low costs rotary club volunteers administer the program at the local level, which helps keep costs low for students and their families. Their work impacts lives at both the local and international levels. Rotary youth exchange provides a unique opportunity to experience first hand the many cultures of a different country and a new way of life.
For more information, contact a local rotary club near you or email the district 7750 youth exchange chairperson. Rotary district 5550 youth exchange program home facebook. Rotary youth exchange builds peace one young person at a time students learn a new language, discover another culture, and become global citizens. Through rotary youth exchange, you will spend a year studying abroad living with rotary volunteer host families who will introduce you to a new culture, language, and lifestyle in one of over 12 countries. Rotary youth exchange camps and tours are available to all young people, whether or not they are related to a member of rotary.
Also the rotary international, rotary youth exchange and nayen flags shall be on the stage and at the site of the presidents banquet and awards ceremony. Rotary youth exchange district 5190 nevada and california rotary youth exchange sponsors two types of exchange. Rotary district 5020, located on the west coast of canada and the usa, is an active participant in the world wide rotary youth exchange program. Rotary youth exchange district 5180 high school study. Rotary in kindergarten is a club created reading program in our schools. Due to covid19, all rotary youth exchange districts in australia are suspending the program for 12 months, so unfortunately our district wont be welcoming a new group of inbounds in july 2020, or sending a new group of outbounds overseas in january 2021. Rotary youth exchange provides an opportunity of a lifetime for young australians currently studying year 9 or 10, to study abroad for the following year. You are about to become a new parent, probably not for the first time, but this time your new child will already be a. Rotary youth exchange australia ryea find out more for students aged 1517 who are interested in travelling and experiencing a new culture. We are taking applications but will monitor conditions and make a decision about 2021 exchanges at the appropriate time. Rotary sends out an american student for every foreign student taken in exchange. Some districts require you to attend with your parents. Community service is one of the avenues of service which encourages rotarians to offer service to their communities.
Longterm 10 12 months and short term summer up to a month. For a year, you can be immersed in a new culture, make new friends, study in a different way and build your knowledge, understanding and confidence. Temporary suspension of the rotary youth exchange program. We are extremely disappointed about this, but the program cant operate. Exchanges for students ages 1519 are sponsored by rotary clubs in more than 100 countries. Rotary district 9705 youth exchange program suspended. Rotary youth exchange rotary youth exchange in great. The rotary international youth exchange program enables thousands of students ages 15 to 19 to live and study in another country for approximately one. Rye florida rotary youth exchange host family formsinfo. We offer long term 1 school year exchanges for young men and women who will be 1518. Book sale turns secondhand treasures into help for kids. The short term exchange program step is a short term summer exchange between families. It is with regret that, in the light of advice regarding the coronavirus covid19 pandemic, rotary district 9705 has decided to suspend its youth exchange program for the foreseeable future.
There are a limited number of countries for individuals who are 18. It represents civilization and movement, in 1923 the gear wheel was introduced with 24 cogs and six spokes, however a group of engineers advised that this would be mechanically unsound and would not work without. Rules and conditions of exchange rotary youth exchange. Since 1929, rotary international has sent young people around the globe to experience new cultures.
Kids and families make lifelong friendships with other families, rotarians and fellow exchange students, helping to build goodwill and understanding between countries. Youth exchange leaders have secure access to the youth exchange workgroup, where they can find an officers directory, resource guides, and other tools. This handbook will guide you through the process of setting up a successful youth exchange program in your club or district by. For over 75 years, students and host families have broadened their horizons through rotary youth exchange. Rotary youth exchange is a countrytocountry exchange of highschool age young people, between the ages of 16 to 18. This handbook is designed to provide outbound rye students with information to help them have a successful exchange. Rotary short term exchange presents opportunities for students to advance their knowledge and world understanding by allowing them to live abroad for a brief time over the summer. This manual is a guideline produced by district 5170 for use by rotary clubs and students within the district. This years rotary international theme is rotary connects the world. We are now accepting applications for the rotary district 6110 study abroad scholarship for the 20182019 school year. Rotary youth exchange rye is a rotary international student exchange program for students in secondary school. This is for high school students who will be between the ages of 15 and 18.
Youth exchange handbook 1 introduction to youth exchange exposure to different cultures ranks as one of the most powerful ways to promote international understanding and peace. Your outbound program handbook is intended to serve as oneofseveral resources to help you get the most out of being a rotary exchange student. Their principal purpose will be to act as youth ambassadors for australia. Our club members dedicate a monthly visit to read a book to their kindergarten class and from time to time there is a book for each to take home. District governors may appoint a rotary member to serve as a district youth exchange chair. The guide can also be useful for clublevel leaders who participate in their districts youth exchange program. These exchanges usually last one year, during which the student lives. The program provides a unique opportunity for young people around the world to experience at first hand the many cultures of a different country, a new way of life and in some instances another language. They go to another country mostly in europe, south america, or asia where they live with host families while going to school. Rotary is looking for bright, welladjusted students between the ages of 15 and 18 as of 1 january in the year of their exchange.
Why i want to be a rotary foreign exchange student after the outbound orientation on may 11th, all of the outbounds were given the option to write an essay on why he or she wants to be a rotary foreign exchange student and submit it to a committee. Since our beginning in 1989, the vinings cumberland rotary club has been a strong networking organization of top vinings and cobb county business leaders who encourage high ethical standards in the marketplace and meet the humanitarian needs of our local community and internationally, with a strong focus on the needs of. Other tips from our youth exchange handbook rotary youth. It represents civilization and movement, in 1923 the gear wheel was introduced with 24 cogs and six spokes, however a group of engineers advised that this would be mechanically unsound and would not work without a keyway in the center to attach it to a power shaft. This book is a must read for any student considering rotary youth exchange. Rotary youth exchange district 5010 alaska high school. The primary audience for this guide is rotary district level leaders who participate in rotarys youth exchange program. Rotary brings together a global network of volunteer leaders who dedicate their time and talent to tackle the worlds most pressing humanitarian challenges. Rotary districts administer the youth exchange program in collaboration with local rotary clubs. Essex 33 rotary districts are located in the eastern united states, quebec canada and bermuda. Often, you will make lifelong friendships with the families, rotarians and fellow exchange students you meet, helping to build goodwill and understanding between countries. Nayen has the ri, youth exchange and nayen flags for use at the conference. Rotary youth exchange rotary youth exchange committee. If youd like to get your rotary club involved in rotary internationals youth exchange program wed like to help you.
Currently, about 9,000 students are sponsored by rotary clubs every year. It will reopen when the covid 19 situation is resolved. Learn more about the program in the youth exchange handbook pdf. The student must abide by the rules and conditions of exchange of the hosting district provided to him or her by the district or multidistrict youth exchange committee. He called pdg ean sullivan, a member of our club, to tell him that the kenyan ministry of health had contacted him and asked him to create a video for kenyan tv using puppets to teach the who procedures for hand washing, social distancing, and coughing techniques. Rotarians in your local community as well as those of us who serve on the rotary district youth exchange committee will do all we can to make this exchange a success. Rotary youth exchange district 5190 nevada and california. Interviews are held in late december or early january. Apply now to be an exchange student or to be a volunteer.
About 10,000 book and record aficionados attended the sale. Rotary youth exchange rotary has been organising youth exchanges for over 60 years, providing incredible opportunities for young people to see the world, experience a different way of life, maybe learn another language, make international friends and discover a lot about themselves whilst acting as an ambassador for their own country. The rotary youth exchange program has been active for over 50 years. More than a book, you become a hero students can count on to be there and demonstrate the joy of reading. Twelve months in a foreign country with board and accommodation provided by host families is offered by rotary. Every rotary club and every rotarian assumes a responsibility to find ways to improve the quality of life for those in their communities and to serve the public interest. Language selector deutsch english espanol francais italiano portugues. A really unique opportunity was presented to plano east rotary from darren collins, a rotarian in the desoto rotary club. Besides youth exchange, rotary clubs sponsor youth service clubs and offer career development and mentoring programs. A club exchange program is a great way to get your members engaged and a great opportunity to change young lives in a positive manner. Because the selection and orientation process can be lengthy, we suggest you apply early. We provide you with the information you need, through our host family orientation meeting and this information booklet. Youth exchange is a livein experience not a travel vacation.
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