REGIONS
Behind the Scenes
Regional Rallies were introduced to the department under the leadership of now Int’l Youth President Dorell D. McCroery. The IYD has developed a greater impact and relevance with the introduction of the Regional Rallies. The Rallies were designed with the youth and youth workers in mind, giving an opportunity for the International leadership to reach the youth and youth leaders from coast to coast in a uniquely tangible and personal way that could not be achieved in the national departmental conventions. Ostensibly the Rallies are conducted with several overriding purposes:
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To generate enthusiasm, excitement and participation among the youth, promoting awareness of the various programs and activities of the International Youth Department and driving greater zeal and attendance in the International Holy Convention.
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To conduct sessions allowing the national department leadership time with the jurisdictional presidents and field reps, communicating the vision, initiatives and strategic plan of the department. This enhances cohesiveness and connectivity between the local youth leaders and the national department, engendering excitement and energy on the part of “grass roots” local youth workers, spurring growth of the national work.
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To allow youth all over the country to experience the power and impact of the national ministries at the local level, particularly for those youth whose personal economic conditions would not facilitate them attending a national meeting in a particular year.
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To allow the youth an opportunity for fellowship, while giving them quality time and exposure to the national leadership.
The Regions includes: Southeast Region (NC), Southern (GA, AL), Midwest Region (WI, IL, IN), Southwest Region (HI), and the International Region (Bahamas, Liberia, Nigeria and South Africa). Which will consist of a Regional President/Director and a Regional Chairlady whom will be chosen by the IYD President. Who are also the regional heads and will acted as the national liaisons for the IYD for that region.
