Each year at the ADGA Annual Convention, a Youth Representative and an Alternate Youth Representative are chosen to represent ADGA Youth for the following year.  To be considered, you must be at least 16 by December 31st and not older than 20.  The Youth Representative and Alternate Youth Representative have several writing and travel commitments to take into consideration before applying.

ADGA Youth Representative Responsibilities 

• The ADGA Youth Representative MUST attend and assist with activities at the following events. (travel expenses, lodging, and per diem are paid by ADGA):
  • ADGA National Show, held in late June, early July
  • ADGA National Convention, held in Mid-October
• The ADGA Youth Representatives are required to:
  • Write quarterly articles for the Youth News section of ADGA News & Events in coordination with the ADGA Communication and Marketing Specialist
  • Assist the youth leaders during National Show, present awards during breed shows and the final Award Ceremony.
  • Make a 5-minute presentation of the year’s activities at the Youth Banquet at the Annual Convention.
  • Coordinate and implement welcome activities for the Annual Meeting Youth Program
  • Give a 30-45 minute educational presentation at the Annual Meeting Youth Program.

ADGA Youth Representative Selection Process

• Submit a completed application to the ADGA Youth Annual Meeting Committee Chair before 8:00pm on the first full day of the Annual Meeting Youth program.
• Attend and participate in the Annual Meeting Youth Program.
• Participate in an individual interview with the Youth Representative Selection Panel.
• Present a 2-4 minute speech at the ADGA Youth Banquet over a topic assigned to you on the afternoon of the youth banquet.