Graeme Blick District Assembly 16 May 2010

 2010 Council on Legislation approved the addition of a fifth Avenue of Service: New Generations  New Generations joins  Club Service  Vocational Service  Community Service  International Service  The Avenue of New Generations recognizes the positive change implemented by youth and young adults involved in leadership development activities, community and international service projects, and exchange programs that enrich and foster world peace and cultural understanding.

Mission Statement  To assist the development of young people up to the age of 30 years, through a variety of community Youth Programmes, by improving their life skills and optimising their potential, while recognising their individuality and diversity.

Developing a Club Programme  Goals  Develop effective relationships with schools, youth groups, youth programmes and Police in our community  Identify projects that will enhance participants self development and safety  Host an inbound and outbound exchange student  Implementation Plan  Review youth projects for relevance  Prepare budget for youth activities  Seek out youth projects

District Youth Committee  The District Governor-Nominee maintains oversight of all District Youth activities. District Youth Coordinators  The District has a strong Youth support team  To ensure that Club personnel have access to all information on Youth programmes and the ability to plan, seek approval and implement chosen support  These Rotarians and agencies assist with both details of their programmes and support during the application process.  Make sure you make good use of their knowledge and understanding.  Their contact details are in the District Directory.  Use the District web site

Responsibilities of your Rotary Club 1. Appoint a coordinator of Youth programmes 2. Provide support for any Youth initiatives Steps to take to pursue the project  1. Potential projects 1. Identify local community needs and match with Rotary programmes 2. Be familiar with programmes and seek participants from suitable Youth in your area 3. Primary schools, colleges and Youth support agencies can be a good source of young people worthy of assistance 4. Seek support from Rotary’s District 9940 Youth support resources

 3. The process to gain approval 1. It is likely that any support and associated expenditure will require approval of the Club Directors 2. When seeking approval, full details of the proposal - costs of the support and the value of the support to the recipient 3. Provide a clear indication of the timing when payment will be required 4. Provide a clear indication of any additional support required (e.g. the need to appoint a Counsellor for Youth exchange programmes) 5. Understand application deadlines for some programmes 6. Club applications for enrolment in Youth support programmes may be subject to a further interview/assessment by the District Committee 7. Applicants should be informed of the process

 4. Implementing the project 1. When Club approval has been received, plan method of implementation 2. Advise recipient that Rotary is prepared to support them 3. Ensure recipient is advised of complete details of the level of support.  5. Promoting your achievements 1.Advise the Bulletin Editor of the details for inclusion in Club Bulletin 2.Liaise with Rotarian responsible for Public Relations to prepare a press release for local daily papers or community newspapers 3.Identify any other public relations opportunities

 RYPEN – Rotary Youth Programme of Enrichment  Peer Support  IYE - International Youth Exchange  Matched Student Exchange  Youth Protection  Life Education Trust  RYDA – Rotary Youth Driver Awareness  Literacy