The Junior Leadership Conference is for 4-H members in 7th and 8th grade. This event is organized and conducted by the State 4-H Youth Leadership Team. Workshops help participants develop leadership skills, learn about 4-H opportunities, and explore 4-H project areas.
Have fun and make new friends at JLC!
Jr. Leadership Conference (JLC) will be held March 7–8, 2026
Conference location: Crowne Plaza Springfield, 3000 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL.
Open to: any 4-H member in 7th or 8th grade
Cost: $200 (Fee covers lodging, t-shirt, meals, conference supplies and activities.)
Registration deadline: Coming Soon
- Registration is limited to the first 100 youth who register.
- Participants are encouraged to register early as this conference usually reaches capacity before the registration deadline. A waitlist will be activated once capacity is reached.
- Approximately one week before the event, the conference agenda and other event details will be sent to the email provided during registration.
Contact for More Information
4-H Youth Development Leadership Specialist
Katie Duitsman
