What is a Montana 4-H Ambassador?
A 4-H Ambassador is an official envoy, an authorized representative of our Montana 4-H Program. A 4-H Ambassador is a self-motivated, enthusiastic leader who promotes 4-H using the skill, knowledge and leadership abilities acquired in 4-H with fellow members, area residents, community leaders, elected officials and non 4-H youth. A 4-H Ambassador serves to strengthen the 4-H program through public relations.
Who Can be an Ambassador?
Each County 4-H Program may be represented by any number of individuals who serve as the County’s Ambassadors. These individuals are selected or elected within the County 4-H Program.
Qualifications to serve as an Ambassador are as follows:
- Candidates must be fourteen years of age by October 1 of the current year
- Candidates must have been enrolled in 4-H for at least 2 years, and must be currently enrolled in their County 4-H program.
- Candidates must be or have been a Teen Leader or a Club Officer
- Candidates must have a desire to serve and accept the responsibilities outlined in the Constitution and Handbook
- Candidates must complete the Montana 4-H Ambassador Application Form and submit it to the County selection team
- Candidates must exhibit and practice good moral standards
- Ambassadors must enroll in the Montana Teen Leadership Project.
Ambassador Documents
- Montana 4-H Ambassador Handbook
- Missoula 4-H Ambassador Guidelines
- Missoula 4-H Ambassador Application (link incorrect)
Additional 4-H Ambassador Program information from the Montana Center for 4-H Youth Development website.