Thousands of FFA members from across the U.S. will be in Washington, D.C., June 3-July 11. The Washington Leadership Conference offers five week-long blocks that students can choose from. The premier leadership experience for more than 1,600 high school students exposes them to the rich history of the nation’s capital. WLC, which has been taking place for more than 50 years, inspires FFA members to become changemakers in their communities.
A key aspect of the conference is for the students to learn how to advocate for agriculture and agricultural education, and this is accomplished through congressional visits and meeting in person with their state representatives and senators. Each day of the conference focuses on a different principle taught in the context of the nation’s capital, including exploration, encouragement, advocacy, and service. At the end of the week, attendees leave with a Living to Serve plan they can implement in their communities.
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