Leadership Overview
Leadership
You can get involved in leadership opportunities with AQHYA. Learn how!
We're All In
AQHYA challenges youth members to embody We’re All In!
Join us in 2024 as AQHYA encourages all members to welcome, embrace and support each other, the horse industry, and our communities.
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 2024-25 AQHYA Officers and Directors
Just like AQHA, AQHYA also maintains its own governing body of youth 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
Developing young leaders in the equine industry.
AQHLead, presented by Farnam, is a leadership program that connects AQHA members ages 21-35 with contacts, resources, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Apply by December 31, 2024.
November 01, 2024 | News and Publications
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Conferences, conventions and seminars
AQHA members have a voice in the governance of the world’s largest equine association.
October 31, 2024 | News and Publications
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National youth racing experience
Six AQHYA members earned scholarships totaling $10,500 at the AQHA Youth Racing Experience, October 24-27 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
October 17, 2024 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
Young adult leaders in the equine industry are invited to apply by December 31, 2024, for the next class of AQHLead, a leadership program for ages 21-35.
October 17, 2024 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
The Emerging Leader Award celebrates the professional, civic and industry achievements of AQHA members ages 21-35. Apply or nominate by January 15, 2025.
September 26, 2024 | News and Publications
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Ranching
Four AQHYA members earned a total of $5,000 in scholarships through the 2024 AQHA Ranching Heritage Young Horse Development Program, presented by SmartPak and John Deere.