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Rotary Youth Leadership Awards Powered by Launch Leadership.
 
What is RYLA?
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) events take place all over the country - and now you have the opportunity to attend one of these life-changing events right here in Eastern Nebraska!
 
This special edition of RYLA has been created just for you in partnership with Launch Leadership, a local organization that's all about helping rising leaders discover what they're really capable of.
 
At this 48-hour overnight event, you'll build critical leadership skills like decision-making and understanding group dynamics, preparing you to be successful and impactful wherever your future takes you.
 
Details
Date: Friday, September 26 - Sunday, September 28
Location: Camp Calvin Crest - Fremont NE
Applications Due: August 24, 2025
 
Students in grades 9-12 who live in Eastern Nebraska or Southwest Iowa are invited to apply.

Why A Student Should Apply
  • They'll strengthen leadership skills you don't get to use every day.
  • They'll connect with a worldwide network of leaders and leadership opportunities.
  • The event will bolster their resume, and the experience will benefit their future job, college, or scholarship applications.
  • They'll gain the most important knowledge of all - knowledge about yourself.
How to Apply
For students to be considered, they should complete the online application form by August 24th, 2025.

After the application period closes, they should regularly check their email for a message from Rotary District 5650 officials letting them know if they have or have not been selected to attend RYLA Powered by Launch Leadership.
 
If they are selected to attend, Launch Leadership officials will send accepted students and their guardians an online registration form, which must be completed by September 12th, 2025.
 
 
About Rotary International
Rotary International is a global network of 1.4 million neighbors, friends, leaders, and problem-solvers who see a world where people unite and take action to create lasting change - across the globe, in our communities, and in ourselves. To learn more about Rotary, visit rotary.org.
 
About Launch Leadership
Launch Leadership is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that creates and facilitates transformational youth leadership development programs. Our specially trained facilitators use our hands-on, skill-based curriculum to empower students to become change-makers in their homes, schools, and communities. To learn more, visit launchleadership.org.
 
Contact:
Kathryn Schubert
Rotary District 5650 RYLA Chair
402-416-5626