2024
Rotary E Club of Greater Sydney has been an active supporter of many youth programs offered by Rotary and our District.
We each year chose candidates for our Rotary Youth program of Enrichment (RYPEN) summer and winter camps as well as Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA). We have been able to support many worthy candidates over the years who have been able to build on their experiences and networks created through these camps to further themselves in their personal and professional lives.
This year we had the pleasure of supporting a very interesting candidate to the RYLA camp.
Bayan is a very interesting young man with huge potential in leadership in the future. At tender age of 25 he has already completed 5 Bachelor degrees and has been accepted to Sydney University to study for his Masters degree.
He is active in leadership groups, especially those working with refugee youth. He arrived in Australia with his family as a refugee himself and has a wealth of personal knowledge that he can draw on to help others.
We have created close links with our RYLA candidates, and most have gone to become members of Rotaract.
We wish Bayan all the success in his future and will be in contact with him to join us in our future endeavors.
And From Bayan, reprinted with his permission
Dear Kian,
As I reflect on the profound experience of the RYLA program, I find myself overwhelmed with gratitude, and it's only fitting that this message carries the weight of my appreciation. Your nomination was the catalyst for a transformative journey, one that has left an indelible mark on my life.
From the very beginning, your unwavering support has been my guiding light. Your belief in my potential fueled my determination, and I cannot express how profoundly grateful I am for the opportunity you provided. The week-long RYLA program became a crucible of growth, challenge, and self-discovery, and it's thanks to you that I had the privilege to embark on this impactful journey.
Throughout the program, the values upheld by Rotary and the meaningful connections forged with fellow participants resonated deeply with me. RYLA not only honed my leadership skills but also instilled in me a profound sense of responsibility and commitment to making a positive difference in the world.
The impact of RYLA extends far beyond the confines of the program, as its lessons and experiences continue to shape my perspective and aspirations. Your instrumental role in this journey is something I will forever cherish.
In expressing my gratitude, I want to acknowledge not only your role but also the collective effort of the Rotary community. The commitment to fostering leadership and positive change is evident in every aspect of the program, and I am sincerely thankful to be a part of this inspiring community.
As I navigate the future with the newfound insights and skills acquired through RYLA, please know that your support has been a beacon of encouragement. Your belief in my potential has fueled a sense of purpose that will undoubtedly guide my endeavors in the realm of international relations, social science, and creative leadership.
Once again, thank you from the depths of my heart for making this journey possible. Your kindness and dedication have left an indelible mark on my life, and I am excited to carry the spirit of RYLA forward in all my future endeavors.
With heartfelt appreciation,
Bayan ��