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 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
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 21-35, to help support their development as young leaders in the equine industry. Apply by December 31, 2023.
September 05, 2023 | AQHA Services
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AQHA Memberships
Make a difference and submit your AQHA rule-change proposals by December 31, 2023.
August 21, 2023 | News and Publications
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National youth racing experience
American Quarter Horse Youth Association members have the opportunity to experience American Quarter Horse racing at the AQHYA National Racing Experience.
August 14, 2023 | News and Publications
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Ranching heritage breeders program
CTR Sun N Cee is honored with the AQHYA World Top Ranching Heritage-Bred Horse Award.
August 09, 2023 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Youth Association (AQHYA)
AQHYA members from across the globe competed at this year’s AQHYA World Championship Show for the chance to experience the thrill of taking home a coveted gold globe.
August 08, 2023 | News and Publications
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American Quarter Horse Foundation scholarship program
The American Quarter Horse Foundation awards the Youth Activities Scholarships at the 2023 AQHYA World Championship Show.