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Rotary. News from Rotary Internation. International. 15 June 2007. A. Presentation. for the. 2007 YEO. Presented By: Christine Evans Youth Exchange Supervisor. Preconvention. Meeting. News from Rotary International. New Faces in Rotary Youth Exchange.

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  1. Rotary News from Rotary Internation International 15 June 2007 A Presentation for the 2007 YEO Presented By: Christine Evans Youth Exchange Supervisor Preconvention Meeting

  2. News from Rotary International New Faces in Rotary Youth Exchange • Catie Baetens, Program Coordinator: General Youth Exchange, Publications, Newsletters, and Preconvention Phone: (847) 866-3383 Email: catie.baetens@rotary.org • Marie Robinson, Program Correspondent: General Youth Exchange inquiries Phone: (847) 866-3421 Email: marie.robinson@rotary.org • For all Youth Exchange staff: youthexchange@rotary.org

  3. News from Rotary International RI Publications and Resources • Now Available: • Updated promotional materials • Abuse and Harassment Prevention Training Manual • Coming in 2007-08: • Youth Exchange Student Certificates • Youth Exchange Handbook • Primer for Students • Primer for Host Families

  4. News from Rotary International RI Publications and Resources • E-Newsletter • Sign up: youthexchange@rotary.org • WANTED: Your Photos and Stories • Youth Exchange Officers Directory: Ask District Governors-elect if they have sent their appointments to RI

  5. Youth Exchange Certification Certification Update • THANK YOU for all of your hard work – We’re almost there! • 30 June 2007: Certification deadline to continue planning exchanges in 2007-08 • Provisionally certified districts may complete any exchange planned before 30 June 2007 • even if not certified for 2007-08.

  6. Youth Exchange Certification Assistance in completing 2006-07 certification • “Certified pending review” status • Incorporation and liability insurance temporary waivers for districts experiencing obstacles until June 2008.

  7. Youth Exchange Certification Common certification misunderstandings • FALSE: You need to sent official incorporation/insurance forms or copies of volunteer affidavits. • FALSE: There is no flexibility in the requirements. • FALSE: Districts can refuse to meet a requirement without providing an alternative for approval. • FALSE: Certification = Background checks • FALSE: Provisional certification = Certification / meeting minimum requirements

  8. Youth Exchange Certification 2007-08 Certification Certification for 2007-08 Rotary year: • 2007-08 District governor and district chair signature confirmation • Forms for already certified districts will be sent soon; other districts will receive once they are certified • Requirement to update RI if any changes, including changes to policy

  9. Youth Exchange Certification Certification beyond 2007-08 • Post-2008 Re-certification process: • Staggered process – 3-5 year cycle • New procedures: • Collection of student data • Program evaluations

  10. Youth Exchange Certification Ensuring Future Success • With RI: • Keep RI staff updated on progress and any problems • Communicate concerns to RI Youth Exchange committee • Within your area • Benefit from policies and procedures developed by other districts

  11. Youth Exchange Certification Ensuring Future Success • With exchange partners: • Encourage partners to implement policies for protection of the youth you entrust to them • Make sure exchange agreements are clear before student leaves home • Communicate concerns promptly

  12. RI Youth Exchange Staff youthexchange@rotary.org • Christine Evans, Supervisor: 847.866.3422 • Catie Baetens, Program Coordinator: 847.866.3383 • Marie Robinson, Program Correspondent: 847.866.3421

  13. Rotary News from Rotary International International A Presentation for the 2007 YEO Preconvention Presented By: Christine Evans Youth Exchange Supervisor Meeting

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