About: The National Livestock Ambassador Program, hosted by Texas 4-H is a chance for 4-H members to serve as representatives for the livestock industry. One 4-H delegate from each of the 50 states is invited to participate in this group and become a National Livestock Ambassador. This conference offers the opportunity for this small cohort of 4-H members to network and dive into the world of agriculture advocacy. Delegates will learn about career opportunities in livestock and participate in hands-on workshops to learn how to be the voice of agriculture. Applications are due by May 5, 2023.
Trip Dates: July 10-13, 2023, Texas A & M University
Cost: There is a $300 Family Contribution required for all National Award trips, but this is not intended to be a barrier for participation. Please contact Hannah Majewski, hannah.majewski@unh.edu should this fee present a challenge.
For more information about the Livestock Ambassador Program visit: https://texasyouthlivestock.com/livestock-ambassador-program
Info you Need to Know
This conference offers the opportunity for this small cohort of 4-H members to network and dive into the world of agriculture advocacy. Delegates will learn about career opportunities in livestock and participate in hands-on workshops to learn how to be the voice of agriculture.
Applications are due by May 5, 2023.
NH 4-H members who are interested in this opportunity should complete the application and email the final version to hannah.majewski@unh.edu by May 5th. Interviews will be held the week of May 8th-12th and the applicants will be notified shortly after of the decisions.
Eligibility:
- 4-H members must be 15 to 18 years of age as of 1/1 of the current year.
- Applicants should have a strong passion for the livestock industry and embrace it as part of the trip as well as an interest in agriculture communication and advocacy
- Participants are expected to bring information gathered back to share with other NH 4-H members.
Chosen participants will travel to College Station, Texas with a 4-H advisor from New Hampshire. All trip logistics will be handled by the NH 4-H State office from airport to lodging and return. Participants will be responsible for transportation to and from the airport, as well as any meals outside of meals provided at the conference. All COVID-19 protocols dictated by National Livestock Ambassador Program, and NH 4-H will be abided by. Current protocols can be found here.
- There is a $300 Family Contribution required for all National Award trip attendees but this is not intended to be a barrier for participation. Please contact 4-H Program Manager hannah.majewski@unh.edu should this fee present a challenge.
- Participants are expected to bring information gathered back to share with other NH 4-H members.
