Calling all youth in grades 6th and up!
Are you eager to make change in your community alongside your peers? Do you love paying it forward? Would you like to be a role model for younger kids? We think you’d be a great addition to the Waseca County 4-H Ambassador team!
Who is this group for?
Waseca County youth who are 6th grade and older (2023-24 school year)
No prior 4-H experience required
What is it?
Waseca County 4-H Ambassadors is a fun, engaging group of teen leaders who represent and advocate for positive youth learning experiences and opportunities through the 4-H youth development program. You are essentially our program’s steering committee!
Where and when do we meet?
We meet typically in-person and sometimes virtually. We’ll meet usually monthly between October 2023 to May 2024, and do a good mix of planning meetings, outreach events, and fun, recreational activities. (We work hard and play hard too!) We also will participate in ACWA (Ambassadors Connecting With Ambassadors) gatherings with county 4-H ambassadors from neighboring counties
By serving as a Waseca County 4-H Ambassador, you will:
Attend monthly meetings
Make new friends
Set individual and group goals
Decide on our focus areas of our group and County program, such as public speaking, member involvement, community service, etc.
Lead activities at various 4-H events for younger youth
Gain leadership skills -- This is a great opportunity to take part in and list on job or college applications!
Why should I join?
Where do we even start?! By being a part of this group, you will…
Who is this group for?
Waseca County youth who are 6th grade and older (2023-24 school year)
No prior 4-H experience required
What is it?
Waseca County 4-H Ambassadors is a fun, engaging group of teen leaders who represent and advocate for positive youth learning experiences and opportunities through the 4-H youth development program. You are essentially our program’s steering committee!
Where and when do we meet?
We meet typically in-person and sometimes virtually. We’ll meet usually monthly between October 2023 to May 2024, and do a good mix of planning meetings, outreach events, and fun, recreational activities. (We work hard and play hard too!) We also will participate in ACWA (Ambassadors Connecting With Ambassadors) gatherings with county 4-H ambassadors from neighboring counties
By serving as a Waseca County 4-H Ambassador, you will:
Attend monthly meetings
Make new friends
Set individual and group goals
Decide on our focus areas of our group and County program, such as public speaking, member involvement, community service, etc.
Lead activities at various 4-H events for younger youth
Gain leadership skills -- This is a great opportunity to take part in and list on job or college applications!
Why should I join?
Where do we even start?! By being a part of this group, you will…
- Be a part of something bigger. Our program reaches over 300 youth each year! You have an opportunity to help us decide not only what programs we do, but also serve as a peer mentor and role model to younger youth!
- Harness your strengths. We’ll take your leadership skills to the next level! Participating in this group is a great addition to your resume, job or college applications, and scholarship opportunities!
- Meet new people and make friends!
When should I sign up?
Please sign up by September 29. We’ll start meeting in October 2023
I’m in. Where do I sign-up? Right here: z.umn.edu/Waseca4HAmbieSignUp
More questions? Give me a shout: Amy Nelson (dobbe007@umn.edu)
More questions? Give me a shout: Amy Nelson (dobbe007@umn.edu)