Report from Rypen
Jessica Lu and Emily Chau attended the Rypen weekend recently. They came to the Club meeting last Friday and talked about their experience.
RYPEN (Rotary Youth Program of Enrichment) is a 3 day camp and program for 14 to 17 year old boys and girls. The aim is to communicate to these young people a series of ideas, problems and social experiences which will assist them in forming their own values and moral standards, and also to broaden their horizons culturally, socially and academically. It encourages them to explore their ideas of problem solving in team and group activities, build confidence and develop skills to cope in a wide range of situations.
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Jessica said:
"One of the most valuable lessons I learnt was that a leader is still part of a group or a team. We often see leaders as controlling or dominating figures, but group members don’t always want to be controlled by a bossy person. I learnt that leaders are the ones that should listen most to the ideas and suggestions of others. They should know when to step forward, but also know when to step back and let others share their views and contribute to the team effort. The best thing a leader can do is encourage others to share their ideas and make them feel as if these ideas are as equally valid as their own."
Jessica's father, Sam, who accompanied her to the Club meeting, thanked the Club for giving her the opportunity to go to Rypen. Sam has asked to join our club shortly and will be sponsored by Pat Perrin.
