Now is the time for high school students to apply for our District’s Rotary Youth Exchange Program! This is one of Rotary’s most impactful opportunities—where students not only experience the adventure of a lifetime, but also return as true ambassadors of peace, service, and global understanding.
Do you know any students who may be interested?
Do you have a school administrator or teacher in your Club?
A community group, church, or youth program staff person in your circle?
An Interact Club looking for inspiration?
Or simply want to bring new and youthful energy to your Rotary Club?
They need this information as soon as possible!
Here’s how you can help right now:
Distribute the flyers (attached) at your Rotary Club, local high schools, and youth organizations.
Share the opportunity with your Interact Club members.
Follow and share our posts on Instagram: @rye_5050
Post information on your Club Newsletter and Social media account (attached)
Visit youthexchange5050.org to learn more.
Key Deadlines:
Preliminary Applications (long-term exchange): 31 October 2025
Full Applications (after approval): 31 December 2025
While this may seem early for the 2026–27 academic year, there’s good reason: Clubs need time to interview students, and selected applicants will advance to District Interviews on January 11–12, 2026. From there, students begin preparing for their exchange—learning a new language, securing visas, and building excitement for their journey.
Every student who participates learns the true meaning of being a peace ambassador and experiences firsthand the value of Rotary in action.
Thank you for your dedication to our youth and for promoting this life-changing program. Together, we can open doors for students in our communities and inspire the next generation of leaders.
If you have any questions about how your Club can support a student in the exchange program, please contact us—or visit youthexchange5050.org for more resources.
With appreciation and Rotary spirit,
Felicity Dye
District 5050 Youth Services Chair | Youth Exchange Committee