Ripple Effect

Be Still. Dive In.

In a noisy world, how do I even begin to make a difference?

Today, stillness can be hard to come by. There’s so much going on. So much noise both inside and outside our brains. So many tasks on our to-do lists. Several screens always within reach.

What if this year, we chose to live differently? What if we purposely made time to calm our body, mind, and soul?

Ripple Effect is anchored in the principles of stillness, exploration and widening our worldview.

This yConnect we invite you to join us as we embark on a journey of self-discovery, growth, and impact. Together, let’s recognise the power of stillness, the energy of action, and understand and acknowledge the ripples of positive change we get to make every single day.

Just because the world around us can be in full-blown chaos doesn’t mean we need to join in. Instead, choose you.

Have a Ripple Effect, Be Still, Dive In, and:

• Forge meaningful connections with yourself and others

• Get in touch with nature and experience the transformative power of stillness and reflection on Bundjalung country

• Explore self and connect to others through story creation, sharing and understanding

• Spend time disconnecting from signal, distractions and noise to reconnect with what truly matters

• Gather with community to make a splash

• Discover who or what keeps you afloat on a turbulent tide

• Dive into a weekend of fun and adventure, something different to your norm

Location & Date:

Our national yConnect conference will begin on Friday 5th July 2024 at 12pm and will close at 2pm on Sunday 7th July. We will be hosted by Camp Laurence, Moogerah QLD 4309.

The closest airport is in Toowoomba, QLD. However as this is a rural airport it isn’t as cost effective as flying in and out of Brisbane. We will support all interstate and local yTeamers in getting from Brisbane to the venue.

PLEASE NOTE: Our celebrations for yTeamer of the Year will be held on Sunday July 7, in Brisbane. We encourage everyone to stay on and continue to celebrate in Brisbane, sharing space with your yTeam family. There will be more announced on this soon.

3 days together on Bundjalung country:

Day 1 | Be Still: In today’s fast-paced world, we will stop. Take a breath, pause. At Ripple Effect, we will find moments of stillness – together – on land. You will be immersed in the tranquillity of nature, an opportunity to exhale, reflect, and rejuvenate.

Day 2 | Dive In: Growth and innovation often lie beyond our comfort zones. At Ripple Effect, you will be encouraged to embrace uncertainty and the unknown. Navigating uncharted waters with confidence and courage, with your life rafts (our yLead family) by your side.

Day 3 | The Ripple Effect: Each action we take has the potential to create a ripple effect that extends far beyond ourselves. Ripple Effect encourages participants to reflect on the community they want to be a part of and the ways they can ‘be the change they want to see in the world.

Who can attend?

Everyone is welcome to attend. yConnect is designed to give back to our yLead community and network; a group of like-minded people who are looking to further develop their leadership skills and connect with each other. There are limited places so be sure to register ASAP and let your friends know about it too! Some of our greatest yTeam contributors have met us at a yConnect.

Will we receive more information?

Yes, more information will be provided in the lead up to yConnect. Keep an eye on your emails, the information will be emailed with enough time to plan and prepare. It will include a packing list, specific arrival instructions and a brief overview of the weekend.

What is included in the price?

The fee for yConnect 2024 is $350 incl GST. This covers the yConnect program, conference materials, activities, bespoke merchandise and all meals and accommodation for the duration of yConnect. This price does not include travel between your home and the destination. yLead has done the research for you and provided best routes to and from your location. CLICK HERE to check out flight options. We have located the cheapest flights for almost every location (including NZ). Please look at the tabs on the bottom of the sheet to locate your closest airport.

When is payment due?

A deposit of $50 is required upon registration, with the remaining balance to be paid by Wednesday 19th June 2024.

Are there payment plans available?

Absolutely! We are prepared to work with you and do what it takes to get you to the event. There are some expenses that yLead need to pay upfront that will need to be covered. CLICK HERE for payment plan options. If this does not work with your unique circumstances, please contact zoe@ylead.com.au to discuss what options may be available to you.

Will there be the Annual yTeam Celebration?

Yes, this year our celebrations for yTeamer of the Year will be held on Sunday night 7th July 2024 in Brisbane. We encourage all yConnect participants to attend, to celebrate and the invitation will be extended to everyone else in our yLead family too!

What is the cancellation policy?

In the unfortunate event where you are required to cancel your attendance at yConnect we may not be able to refund you in full, depending on what costs we have incurred. If you cancel your attendance more than one month prior to the yConnect, you will receive a full refund of funds paid. If you cancel less than one month prior to the yConnect start date, you will only receive a maximum of 50% of the registration fee back. If you cancel less than one week prior to the yConnect start date, you will not be eligible for a refund of your registration fee.