WHAT WE DO

 The Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) is an immersive leadership experience that empowers young people to grow into confident, capable leaders. Through a dynamic residential program, participants develop essential skills in communication, teamwork, and problem-solving while building lasting connections and discovering how they can make a real difference in their communities.  

Find out more: https://rotary9705.org.au/page/ryla 

 Rotary Youth Driver Awareness (RYDA) is a powerful, life-changing program that equips young people with the skills, knowledge, and mindset to stay safe on our roads. Through engaging, real-world workshops led by road safety experts, students develop the confidence and awareness to make smarter decisions as both drivers and passengers—helping to reduce risk and save lives in our communities. 

 Find out more: https://rotary9620.org/page/youth-driver-awareness-(ryda) 

 The National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) is a life-changing experience for young Australians passionate about science, technology, engineering, and maths. Through immersive residential programs, students connect with leading experts, explore real-world STEM careers, and build the confidence, skills, and networks to shape their future and make a meaningful impact in the world.  

 Find out more: https://www.nysf.edu.au/ 

 End Polio Now is Rotary’s global campaign to eradicate polio for good—and it is one of the most ambitious and successful public health efforts in history. For more than 45 years, Rotary members have helped vaccinate children, raise funds, advocate to governments, and bring the world to the brink of ending this devastating disease forever. 

 Find out more: https://www.rotary.org/en/our-causes/ending-polio 

The Rotary Shine Awards are a joyful celebration of ability, dedication, and inclusion, recognising the outstanding achievements of employees with disabilities and the supportive employers who champion them. Each year, the awards shine a well-deserved spotlight on the people and workplaces helping build a stronger, more inclusive Wagga Wagga community.

Beyond our flagship events and youth programs, the Rotary Club of Wagga Wagga is proudly involved in a wide range of initiatives, projects, and partnerships that strengthen lives locally, across the Riverina, and around the world. From community support and youth development to health, education, emergency relief, and international service, our work reflects Rotary’s enduring commitment to practical action, generous service, and creating lasting impact wherever it is needed most.