Leadership Overview
Leadership
You can get involved in leadership opportunities with AQHYA. Learn how!
Our Time Is Now
AQHYA challenges youth members to recognize Our Time is Now! Join us in 2023 as AQHYA encourages all members to influence, motivate and shape ourselves, the horse industry, and those around us.
AQHYA members are claiming their time is now to be acknowledged as the current leaders and influencers of not only the industry’s largest youth association, but of the horse industry as a whole.
Youth Excellence Seminar
The Youth Excellence Seminar welcomes AQHYA members and nonmembers, ages 10 to 18, to experience this event offering valuable leadership skills, inspiring speakers and AQHYA governance items.
AQHYA Leadership Team
Meet the 2022-23 AQHYA Officers and Directors
Just like AQHA, AQHYA also maintains its own governing body of young adults that are committed to giving back and making AQHYA the best it can be for youth members! Meet the AQHYA Officers and Directors and learn more about how you can get involved with your youth association.
Youth Affiliate Advisers
Youth advisers help organize and manage the AQHYA activities within your state, province or country.
If you have questions about AQHYA or want to know more about how to get involved with your state affiliate, contact the AQHYA Affiliate Youth Adviser near you.
AQHLead
The American Quarter Horse Foundation and AQHA are committed to the development of young adults and their continuous involvement in the equine industry.
The AQHLead program is designed for young adults, ages 19-34, to help support their development as young leaders in the equine industry. Apply by December 31, 2022.
February 27, 2023 | News and Publications
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Conferences, conventions and seminars
The 2023-2024 AQHA Executive Committee was elected during the 2023 AQHA Convention in Fort Worth, Texas.
February 16, 2023 | News and Publications
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Conferences, conventions and seminars
Plan your itinerary for the 2023 AQHA Convention with these exciting events and last-minute reminders!
February 15, 2023 | News and Publications
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Outside Scholarships
The American Quarter Horse Association renews partnership with the Interscholastic Equestrian Association to provide expanded scholarship opportunities for IEA riders with AQHYA memberships.
February 14, 2023 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
The American Quarter Horse Youth World Cup is an international youth event that began in 1978 for American Quarter Horse Youth Association members.
February 14, 2023 | News and Publications
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AQHA corporate partners
Thank you to the 2023 American Quarter Horse Association Convention sponsors!