Leadership

The Leaders Engaged in Angus Development (LEAD) conference moves around the country to give more juniors the opportunity to participate. The programs are designed and carried out by the Events and Education department and the NJAA Board of Directors in cooperation with the hosting state. The conference serves several purposes. Guiding juniors who will, in turn, take part in guiding their respective associations; providing an open line of communication for members of different associations to share ideas, plans, goals, etc.; and giving each individual an opportunity to take an active part, and in face, encouraging participation by everyone present. Juniors learn about setting goals for themselves and their association, and methods of accomplishing those goals. Not only is the responsibility and success of the association stressed, but also the responsibility, success and character of the individual members.

Raising the Bar is a three-day conference that builds stronger leaders within state associations, creates regional relationships while preparing juniors for the future. Materials covered in Raising the Bar target high school-age students and older. A tentative schedule for the conference is Friday - extensive campus tour; Saturday – workshops, ranch tours, and farm tours; Sunday – workshops and travel home. Social activities, games, and ice breakers will also be provided to rekindle old and create new friendships.

For more information please visit: NJAA Conferences

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