You have many opportunities to develop and improve your leadership skills in 4-H. Even Primary Members have opportunities to learn and practice leadership skills in public speaking, project management, communication, team building, organization and negotiation.
You can volunteer for leadership roles at the club, county, state and national levels. You can practice leadership skills in both individual and group projects.

4-H Leadership projects give you a safe space to focus on developing skills to:
- Identify problems.
- Develop action plans.
- Work as a team member and team lead.
- Assume responsibility.
- Follow through on goals.
- Improve written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Practice self-reflection.
Leadership Roles
Club Officer
Junior & Teen Leaders
Teens as Teachers
County 4-H Ambassadors
State 4-H Ambassadors


4-H County Ambassadors are the champions of the 4-H program in their county. As a County Ambassador you are a role model for your fellow 4-H members and represent 4-H in your county and community.
County Ambassadors develop an annual Plan of Action. The team chooses and develops 3 of the 6 Leadership Competencies and completes one service-learning project.
The 4-H State Ambassador position is one of the highest service opportunities and recognition attainable in the University of California 4-H Youth Development Program. It is a working honor that provides expanded opportunities to serve and promote the University of California 4-H Youth Development Program.
The State Ambassadors develop an annual Plan of Action. The team develops a plan for all six Leadership Competencies. Learn more about the State Ambassadors on our Resource Center.
4-H Leadership Events
California 4-H State Leadership Conference

Resources on 4-H Leadership
4-H Members and Volunteers: Go to the CA 4-H Resource Center for resources and curriculum to support Leadership projects.