Friday, April 24th
Registration

Saturday, April 25th
Vision, Strategy & Future Growth

Opening Session

Welcome & Conference Introduction
Conference overview, objectives, and expectations for participants.

Keynote Address by the Rotary International President Elect
A global perspective on Young Adults exchange, leadership development, and the future of NGSE within Rotary.

Strategic Planning Workshop

Building the Next Five Years of NGSE
Facilitated by Rotary International Staff - USA

Interactive strategic planning sessions focused on:

• Defining long-term goals

• Identifying global priorities

• Strengthening district collaboration

• Developing actionable plans for the next five years
  

Learning & Development Session

Online Training Demonstration & Future Training Planning
Facilitated by Dr. Terri Saywer - USA

• Demonstration of available online learning tools

• Best practices in training delivery

• Collaborative planning for future NGSE training programs

International Exchange Case Study

Planning the Brazil–Ohio Group Exchange
Facilitated by James Landman - Brazil

A practical walkthrough covering:

• Exchange planning methodology

• Coordination between districts

• Operational challenges and solutions

• Lessons learned for future exchanges
  

Sunday, April 26th
Growth, Engagement & Program Expansion

Program Development Session

Expanding NGSE to New Districts
Facilitator to be announced

How to promote NGSE in districts not currently participating, including:

• Successful outreach strategies

• Case studies and success stories

• Overcoming common barriers
  

Intercultural Understanding Workshop

Cultural Differences and Their Impact on Exchanges
Facilitated by Dennis White

Exploring:

• Cultural expectations in international exchanges

• Communication styles

• Conflict prevention and adaptation strategies

Leadership Pathways Session

From NGSE Participant to Rotarian
Facilitator to be announced

Success stories highlighting:

• Participant journeys

• Leadership development outcomes

• Building lifelong Rotary engagement
  

Organizational Development

Developing the Country Representatives Concept
Facilitated by Sanker Saraf

Discussion on:

• Structure and responsibilities

• Regional coordination

• Strengthening international representation
  

Digital Tools & Operations

Understanding the NGSE Web Platform
Presenter: Clarissa Medeiros - Portugal

Overview of available digital tools:

• Platform capabilities

• Operational workflows

• Resources for districts and coordinators
  

Marketing & Communication Workshop

NGSE is a BRAND: 10 communication Tips
Presenter: Cacai

Practical guidance on:

• Commmunication strategy

• Digital storytelling and Social Media Promoting

• Increasing program visibility and applications

Business Session

NGSE Business Meeting

Election of Officers for the New Term

• Annual reports

• Governance updates

• Election of new leadership

Closing Session

Conference reflections, next steps, and continued collaboration opportunities.

Rotary One Tour