Are you ready to step into leadership but unsure where to begin? Join us on Saturday, November 23, 2024, for the Youth Leadership Conference: Youth in Action, hosted by the University of Illinois Extension at the Freeport Public Library at 100 E. Douglas Street, Freeport, Illinois.
From 10:00 AM to 2:45 PM, hear inspiring stories from youth who have successfully embarked on their leadership journeys. Discover how a young entrepreneur launched a popcorn business, learn about another youth’s initiative to combat plastic pollution and protect sea turtles, and learn how a peer started a beekeeping business. These young leaders will share their experiences, challenges, and how they turned their ideas into impactful ventures.
“Youth will learn about the successes of their peers, which we hope will inspire them to step out into leadership roles,” said Kelly Lafferty, 4-H Youth Development Educator for University of Illinois Extension. “To support our community, we’ll also organize a service project, with items created during the event donated to a local animal shelter.”
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights, connect with other young leaders, and make a difference in your community. Register now to secure your spot!
For more information or to register, call University of Illinois Extension at (815) 235-4125 or register online. Registration fee is $10. Registration Deadline is November 18.
University of Illinois Extension provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. If you need reasonable accommodations to participate in this program, please call (815) 235-4125.
University of Illinois Extension develops educational programs, extends knowledge, and builds partnerships to support people, communities, and their environments as part of the state's land-grant institution. Extension serves as the leading public outreach effort for University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign and the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences in all 102 Illinois counties through a network of 27 multi-county units and over 700 staff statewide. Extension’s mission is responsive to eight strategic priorities — community, economy, environment, food and agriculture, health, partnerships, technology and discovery, and workforce excellence — that are served through six program areas — 4-H youth development, agriculture and agribusiness, community and economic development, family and consumer science, integrated health disparities, and natural resources, environment, and energy.