Summit 2025 aims to equip YFC leaders, members and supporters to navigate the future for YFCs, ensuring their continued relevance and growth by:
Inspiring delegates to proactively consider the future direction of NFYFC/YFC, ensuring alignment with its core purpose (the 'North Star'). This involves moving beyond past practices and embracing forward-thinking strategies to attract and retain members, particularly within the context of preparing for Generation Alpha (Gen A).
Driving tangible action to break down barriers to Belonging, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (BEDI). This includes considering current structures and decision-making opportunities, such as a review of Steering Groups, and fostering a culture of genuine inclusivity that reflects the needs and aspirations of all current and future members.
Ensuring all Summit discussions and activities are viewed through the lens of:
Analysing and reviewing membership trends, understanding the value proposition of YFC membership, and sharing strategies to attract and retain a diverse membership base, including Gen A.
Examining the core identity of YFC clubs, exploring how they are perceived both internally and externally, and identifying opportunities to strengthen their role within their communities and within wider society.
Engaging in a set of Escape Room activities and team tasks focused on ‘YFC Rural Guardians: Everyone’s Environment’. Tasks will include creating a community project plan for National Young Farmers Week, a visual campaign connecting YFC values to the ‘Everyone’s Environment’ and an innovative carbon reduction initiative.
Reviewing the current governance structure, specifically the transition from Steering Groups to Special Interest Groups, to ensure it effectively supports the needs of Next Gen YFC and how the governance can support the YFC membership experience.
