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

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