At the close of the 2022 membership year on 31^st August, we found that 58% of members were under the age of 18, of which 52% were juniors.

So what? We also know that 42% of members in 2021-22 were brand new members to YFC and had never previously been a member.

Yorkshire Federation of Young Farmers’ Clubs have put together an exciting online meeting to share with any parent/guardians what “Young Farmers’ Clubs” are, the opportunities YFC can offer and where you can get support.

This meeting is designed for any parent/guardian, no matter how long your child has been in YFC.

Join County Chairman, Ed Bentley, on Thursday 17^th November 2022 at 7.45pm via Zoom.

Please follow the link to register your interest and receive the join link.

Agenda:

1. What is “Young Farmers”
   • What is YFC all about? How does it function? What is the structure?
   • What makes YFC different or unique?
2. Opportunities for Members – why YFC is the best value for money club!
   • YFC has a broad mix of competitions, travel programmes/residentials and training/development events throughout the calendar
3. Keeping members safe
   • The safety and wellbeing of all members, of all ages, is paramount at all levels of YFC
   • Why Parental Consent forms are important
4. Digital Membership
   • In 2022, we have embraced digital transformation and moved to an online membership system. Be sure you know how to download your child’s membership card.
5. Communication / Find out what’s going on
   • With so much going on, learn the best places to ask/look for information
6. How can you help?
   • What can you do as a parent to support your child and club officer team
7. Support for Members in a Club Officer Role
   • YFC is run by the members for the members, so you may find your child helping run their club. Learn where they can get help and support
8. Q&A
   • Ask any questions you like, no question is a silly question!

We really look forward to seeing people from across Yorkshire.

Please share this email with fellow parents/guardians we may not have contact details who you feel would benefit from joining this session.