Rotary Youth Leadership Awards

The Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) program is a life-changing opportunity designed to empower young people to develop their leadership skills, enhance personal growth, and foster community service. RYLA brings together youth from diverse backgrounds to learn from experienced leaders, build lasting friendships, and gain the confidence to make a positive impact in their communities.

RYLA is an intensive, all-expenses-paid leadership development experience for young people from the age of 14. Participants engage in a variety of activities including workshops, team-building exercises, and hands-on leadership challenges. Throughout the program, young leaders learn key skills in communication, conflict resolution, decision-making, and teamwork, all within a supportive and encouraging environment.

In our Rotary District Erskine College in Due West, SC hosts RYLA, typically one week in June. We offer scholarships for students to attend this fantastic event.