This year there were 126 participants and our club sponsored 6 of these. Julio Seric, Nicola Francis, Chris Pemberton, Izac Hancock, Simon Exeter, and Emmeline Croft were the very worthy recipients. Each entertained and informed us with an account of their experiences. Nicola was impressed with the high calibre speakers who gave accounts of their life’s setbacks and how they overcame them and continued to live life to the full.
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| Izzac, Emmerline, Chris Nocola, Andy F, Slavica S, Julio |
Emmeline came into the programme with absolutely no idea of what to expect and found the week exceeded her expectations by far. Her insights for a fulfilling life were perseverance, drive and leadership. Izac described the “create a business session” and has learnt lots about the process of business had many insights into his own personality and began many new friendships. Chris explained the outdoor endurance event which pushed them to their limits but has provided them with great leadership skills.
Julio told us of the work they did Kids Help Camp and other work in the community. He was very motivated to help others and has developed great skills for his career. He was selected as Co MC at the final dinner attended by around 270 people.
They thanked St Johns Rotary for sponsoring them and Andy Francis in particular for the time given for the interview and selection process.
For more information about RYLA go to http://www.ryla.rotarysouthpacific.org/
