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Youth Leadership Roles

 

Premier’s Award

 

Ambassadors

 

Youth Leader

 

Youth Advisory Committee (YAC)

Premier’s Award

The Premier’s Award has been presented to outstanding 4-H members since 1964. Each year, one outstanding 4-H member is chosen from an application and interview process.  The Premier’s Award Recipient is announced at the 4-H Alberta Fall Senior Symposium. The winner will be invited to meet the Premier of Alberta, be asked to speak at events by Regions and Districts and attend the Hall of Fame and other programs.

Premier’s Award 4-H Alberta Posts

Ambassadors

4-H Alberta Ambassadors are dedicated, passionate Senior Members who serve as mentors and role models within the 4-H community, supporting clubs, districts, and regions through programming, workshops, and events. They engage with members at various levels, offering guidance and promoting the core values of 4-H, such as Positive Youth Development and “Learn To Do By Doing.” Ambassadors actively participate in regional meetings and communicate and collaborate with 4-H Alberta staff and regional leaders to ensure they fulfill their duties. Ambassadors must maintain communication standards, complete required training, and fulfil responsibilities at both regional and provincial levels, all while upholding the integrity and safety standards of 4-H Alberta.

Ambassadors are selected each fall based on an application and interview process. They serve a two-year term. A maximum of twenty-eight Ambassadors (fourteen returning and fourteen new) will serve each year.

 

 

Please check out the Ambassador Terms of Reference for more information about this role:

Ambassador Terms of Reference.pdf

Youth Leaders

Youth Leaders are current or previous 4-H Alberta Senior Members aged 15-25 who have successfully completed 4-H Alberta’s Youth Leadership Experience And Development Training (YLEAD). In this role, Youth Leaders will assist with planning and implementing programs and activities at the club, district, and regional levels.

YLEAD = The training to become a Youth Leader
Youth Leaders = The title you have when you have completed YLEAD

Summer Camp Training:
This program is for all Youth Leaders who wish to Youth Lead at Summer Camps!

This program is for Youth Leaders who have already taken YLEAD and prepares them to run Summer Camps. It will include Summer-Camp-specific training, such as:
  • Policies & procedures, facility, activity specifics, and schedule.
  • This training is free of charge. Accommodation and food are included.
  • Spend training meetings with 4-H Alberta Summer Staff, collaborating with youth leaders from across the province, gaining valuable leadership skills and training, and creating memories.

YOUTH LEADERS: USE YOUR LEADER PROFILE TO REGISTER

Youth Leader Resources:

Please check out the Youth Leader Terms of Reference for more information about this role:

Youth Leader Terms of Reference.pdf

Check out this flow chart to see a breakdown of the Youth Leader Process and Requirements:

YLEAD Flowchart.pdf

For information on your Leader Profile and how to update it:

Youth Leaders & Youth Leader Profiles.pdf

Check out these Program Plan Templates to help with any planning needs:

Program Plans.pdf

Check out this games manual for new game ideas!:

Games Manual.pdf

Youth Advisory Committee

This unique role offers a chance to serve as the national youth voice for 4-H Canada, developing your leadership and contributing to the 4-H movement across the country. The YAC Representative is selected every second fall based on an application and interview process. They serve a two-year term.

The Youth Advisory Committee comprises outstanding 4-H youth members who want to continue to play a role in and contribute to the growth of the 4-H movement in Canada. Each province has one representative, providing insight and advisory support to 4-H Canada staff on key initiatives. As a YAC member, you will:
  • Be a positive role model for Alberta youth within 4-H.
  • Participate in national meetings and events, including working groups and advisory discussions.
  • Assist in planning national conferences and promote 4-H initiatives.

Selection Criteria:

  • Be between 18 and 25 years old.
  • Be a current 4-H Alberta member or a recent alumni (within five years).
  • Commit to volunteering at least two hours per month and attend scheduled virtual meetings.
  • Have experience in leadership, public speaking, and teamwork, with knowledge of 4-H at all levels.

Contact program@4hab.com to get in touch with the current YAC member.

Check out the February 2025 Scoop for a thank you to the past YAC and to introduce the new one!