NAE4-HYDP is the professional's organization for those dedicated to promoting, strengthening, enhancing and advocating for the 4-H youth development profession.
The National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals is an internationally recognized, non-profit, non-partisan association of professional youth development educators. NAE4-HYDP is one of the largest professional associations for youth development workers with a diverse membership of nearly 4,000 youth development professionals.
NAE4-HYDP Membership
NAE4-HYDP is a globally recognized, culturally diverse network for 4-H youth development professionals. Membership is open to local, regional, state or national Cooperative Extension staff who works with 4-H youth programs. Affiliate membership is available to other youth development professionals, former NAE4-HYDP members, and supporters.
- Opportunities for professional recognition and awards at state, regional and national level
- Travel and educational scholarships and grants
- Annual NAE4-HYDP conference, featuring professional improvement seminars, poster sessions, research papers and exhibits
- Leadership development opportunities through association leadership positions and leadership development conferences
Membership is required.
Active Members Dues: $80 plus state dues.

2022 Annual Conference
Attendee Registration Will Open in Mid/Late Spring
Join your fellow youth development colleagues from around the world in Madison, WI from October 11-13, 2022.
When: Oct 11-13, 2022
8:00 AM-5:00 PM
Where: Monona Terrace Community and Convention Center
1 John Nolen Dr
Madison, Wisconsin 53703
United States
Fourward Together
2022 NAE4-HYDP National Conference