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.
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.
September 18, 2024 | News and Publications
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National youth racing experience
The 2024 AQHA Youth Racing Experience allows AQHYA members a first-hand glimpse into the American Quarter Horse racing industry.
September 11, 2024 | News and Publications
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Ranching
AQHA announces the newest American Quarter Horse breeders who hit their 50th cumulative, 50th consecutive and 75-year anniversaries of breeding the world’s most versatile horse.
September 09, 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.
August 15, 2024 | 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.