You have probably discovered that, along with your members, you, too, are gaining new knowledge and skills. Your county 4-H newsletter will probably announce events as they occur, but you can ask about upcoming opportunities. A possible source of leadership help with your club may be a youth leader. Older youths may provide leadership for a project, an activity, or help with the organization of the club.
Some teens take on full responsibility for organization or project leadership.
Club leadership gives members an opportunity to help others and to grow and develop skills and abilities through practice. The exact age for young people to take on club leadership is flexible. Members who serve as leaders should have the respect of the other club members. They need to be successful with their project work and to be responsible, showing concern for the club and the other members. All members should be encouraged to take on leadership assignments from the beginning of their 4-H careers and to increase responsibility as their skills develop.