Youth Leadership

All Youth Leadership Content

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South Dakota State 4-H Scholarship Application

4-H Scholarship application for South Dakota 4-H members.

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Conference and Teens

Leadership development has long been a focus (and result) of the 4-H experience. SDSU Extension's 4-H program recognizes the tremendous individual and public value that results when our empowered members develop essential leadership skills.

Beyond Ready

4-H is equipped to support youth in becoming Beyond Ready – prepared to plan and navigate the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

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Operation Occupation: Unlock Your Potential

Operation Occupation aims to give young people an insight into various career opportunities right from their screens. The interactive gaming experience allows youth to explore different industries and specific career paths while participating in a virtual escape room format.

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Career Exploration

SDSU Extension 4-H has created the Career Conversations: Exploring My Future in the 605 and Operation Occupation: Unlock Your Potential, which are virtual career exploration courses that are self-guided and free of charge for teachers and youth.

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Leading the Way: 4-H Junior Leader Resources

Hot sheet that provides counties with resources for their junior leader program.

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Become a State 4-H Ambassador

Curious about what it takes to become a South Dakota State 4-H Ambassador? View the position descriptions, term timeline, and application process.

State 4-H Ambassador Program

The State 4-H Ambassador Program strives to develop the minds of young people by increasing and promoting leadership activities through 4-H.

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4-H Civocacy Guide

Guidebook for being a civic advocate and engaging with elected officials.

2024-25 State 4-H Ambassador Team

Get to know your 2024-25 State 4-H Ambassador team!