The 4-H Ontario Ambassador program provides youth with advanced level training in leadership, citizenship, communications and public relations. Ambassadors put their energy and 4-H experiences to work recruiting new members and sharing the 4-H story. Throughout 2018, each of 4-H Ontario’s Ambassadors will submit blog entries about their experiences in the program. To book an Ambassador for your local event click here. The 4-H Ontario Ambassador Program is sponsored by FS. 
Submitted by Kyle Nussey, 4-H Ontario Youth Ambassador from Oxford 4-H Association
Where Have I Gone, Where Will I Go?
This year has been one to remember and something that has taken me down a path that I never imagined being a part of. 4-H has done a lot for me and I will continue to grow with 4-H and take whatever opportunities that I can to better myself and become the person that I want to be. This year as an ambassador I have attended a variety of events that have helped to improve my leadership abilities and understand the value and work that goes into developing 4-H programs. My favourite events to attend out of the numerous I went to were Career Mania and the National Members Forum. At Career Mania I had the opportunity to facilitate a provincial 4-H camp and help shape tomorrows youth. This opportunity to make a difference on upcoming 4-H members was important to me and helped me to realize the passion I have for leadership and continuing to be involved with 4-H. In the future I would love to keep giving my time to 4-H and participating in the facilitation of these camps. They have changed who I am as a person and impacted the things that I do today so that I may continue doing great things for myself and others.
National Members Forum was my first national opportunity and opened my eyes to how interconnected we all are and the impact we have on each other. 4-H is different all-around Canada and it makes me proud to be a 4-H Ontario member. 4-H Ontario has provided me with so many great camps and conferences that have made a difference in my life and allowed me to continue participating in these great opportunities. As I continue my journey with 4-H in this upcoming year, I hope to apply to Citizenship Congress and gain a deeper understanding of governance and public policy.
can continue improving myself. My public speaking and ability to answer questions and be comfortable in unfamiliar situations has improved dramatically over the last year and will continue to grow. As a 4-H member this year I am stepping down from my ambassador position and carrying on to new adventures with 4-H. I have applied to the Hands to Larger Service program and for the 4-H Ontario Youth Director position. While I haven’t been chosen for either of these opportunities, I know that the best people for these positions will be selected. 4-H has done a lot for me and I am forever grateful for the positive impact it has had on my life. I have come a long way from being the kid that took a year off from 4-H when I was 16, but now I understand what 4-H can do for others and how I want to keep spreading the wonderful message that is 4-H.