to NYLD fact sheet - National Young Leaders Days

THE NATIONAL YOUNG LEADERS DAYS
ABOUT NYLD
National Young Leaders Days are an event series run by The Parenting Place.
These annual events aim to develop student leadership and empower young
people with the skills to lead themselves and others well.
It is the largest and longest running leadership event for primary, intermediate
and secondary school students. Every year, over 11,000 of New Zealand’s
future leaders attend a National Young Leaders Day.
NYLD gathers an inspiring line-up of prominent leaders from all walks of life to
share stories from their leadership journey - successes, failures, insights and
learning’s. There is a real sense that the leadership baton is being passed from
one generation, to the next. Interactive activities, videos, question time, and
student engagement is also part of the programme.
OUR GROWTH
Following the success of the Australian National Young Leaders Days, the first National
Young Leaders Day in New Zealand was held in 2001 and saw over 1,300 students
and teachers attend. These events are today held annually across six centres and are
remembered as a milestone in the lives of over 110,000 students who have attended
a National Young Leaders Day in New Zealand. The events continue to grow and are
also held in Australia and Singapore.
OUR AUDIENCE
Schools select students who demonstrate leadership potential and qualities to
attend NYLD. Typically they will send their top student leaders such as student
councillors, captains, vice-captains and prefects – but are also encouraged
to send students who have potential to be a leader, but may just need a little
extra encouragement.
At primary and intermediate events, students are mostly in year 6-8 (ages 9-12
years). At secondary school events, students are mostly in year 11-13 (ages
15-18 years).
Principals, teachers and parents are also in attendance on event day. There is
a mix of students from both state and private schools, from rural and urban
areas. In 2014, 25.8% of New Zealand schools attended an NYLD event.
AVERAGE ATTENDANCE (2010-2014)
Secondary events
Primary and intermediate events
Auckland
850
Auckland
2,500
Wellington/Palmerston North
720
Rotorua
2,100
Palmerston North
1,400
Wellington
1,400
Dunedin
1,100
Christchurch
1,300
NYLD//14 attendance
86% students
14% staff
Average number of schools attending NYLD (2010-2014)
Secondary events
Primary and intermediate events
Auckland
51
Auckland
150
Wellington/Palmerston North
44
Rotorua
137
Palmerston North
100
Wellington
83
Dunedin
110
Christchurch
83
An average of
There are 2,532 schools in New Zealand
758 schools
on average 30%
attend NYLD each year
of New Zealand schools attend NYLD
OBJECTIVES
INSPIRE students to make a positive contribution to their school and community
CONNECT students with fellow young leaders from across the country – encouraging the development of supportive
relationships and networks
EMPOWER students with practical leadership skills and the confidence to seek opportunities to further develop their
leadership potential
PROMOTE the value of inspirational role models as examples to follow by exposing students to a diverse range of
leaders
MOTIVATE students to follow their personal strengths and passions to become great leaders in their area of
influence
EDUCATE students about the need to grow their own personal knowledge and practical skills in the leadership arena
ABOUT THE PARENTING PLACE
NYLD is part of the youth division of The Parenting Place. The Parenting Place is a
nationwide not-for-profit organisation with a mission to positively impact New Zealand
families and young people.
Through a range of programmes and resources, like the National Young Leaders Days,
Attitude programmes for schools and Toolbox parenting groups, The Parenting Place seeks
to see every child raised in a loving, nurturing and positive environment where their full
potential can be encouraged and developed.
WHAT OTHERS SAY
“Speaking at NYLD was brilliant. I wish it could have lasted all day! The kids are honest, engaged and enthusiastic.
Whether it’s sport, arts, education or in my case business, it’s incredibly satisfying to motivate them towards ideas or
themes that excite them. If the kids were half as inspired as I was, then NYLD has more than done its job.” Rachel
Taulelei – Founder and CEO of Yellow Brick Road Limited
“Leadership is service. The willingness and motivation to do something, work with a team and learn from your
mistakes. NYLD is a motivating force that creates magic. However, the real magic happens after the day ends and
thousands of inspired young people return to their communities realising they have all the tools they need to make
a real difference in the word.” Sam Johnson – Founder of the Student Volunteer Army and 2012 Young New Zealander of
the Year
“New Zealand school students are resourced more than ever before to build connections, grow initiatives, and
lead change. Challenge and opportunity is all around us, how we embrace these comes down to perspective, this
comes from inspiration. NYLD is a day of awesomeness that fuels inspiration, that asks what we can do, and sees
all leaving more motivated to achieve great things. Every year develops a chapter of New Zealand’s history, NYLD
attendees can write the story through believing in their dreams.” Cam Calkoen – Athlete and founder of the Carabiner
Mentoring Programme
“When you’re young, you need inspiration. You need people to challenge you. And you desperately want people to
be brutally honest with you. To me, NYLD isn’t just about leadership. It’s about finding the passion, ideas and vision
that will enable you to lead others. NYLD gives you a head rush. Having sat in the audience when I was at high
school, it’s been a real privilege to speak at NYLD in recent years.” Jehan Casinader – Journalist & Reporter for TVNZ
KEY CONTACTS
Cecilia Tuala // NYLD coordinator Jayson Kingsbeer // Media coordinator
021 184 1576027 331 9723
cecilia.tuala@theparentingplace.comjayson.kingsbeer@theparentingplace.com
nyldnz.org // theparentingplace.com
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