NJAA Info
The Junior Activities Department of the American Angus Association was started in 1956. Its purpose then was to encourage young people to become involved with Angus steer and heifer projects and to help them do a better job with their projects. Today that purpose has been expanded to include more projects and programs that help juniors develop their skills and character.
There are nearly 6,000 active junior members from all parts of the United States and Canada. Throughout the country there are many state, regional, and local junior Angus associations who are actively involved in the NJAA. These groups, with the assistance of the American Angus Association, meet regularly, sponsor shows and field days, and take an active part in the Angus business and promotion of the breed.
History of Junior Activities DepartmentJoin the NJAA
Each year more junior members join the American Angus Association than any other cattle organization. They are our strong foundation for expansion and improvement for the Angus breed in the future.
NJAA Code of Conduct
The NJAA Code of Conduct is a set of guidelines for junior members that defines the expectations for junior actions and specifies consequences that could be enforced if the code is violated. Each NJAA member, along with a parental guardian(s), will need to read, sign and submit the NJAA Code of Conduct prior to participation in the individual’s first NJAA-sponsored show or conference of the year.
NJAA By-Laws
By-Laws in which the National Junior Angus Association abide by.
State/Regional Associations
Junior Angus Associations are organized across the United States for junior Angus members to get involved in their area. Select your home state to find an organized junior Angus association near you.
NJAA Educational Literature
Visit Angus University to review information about programs and resources offered by the National Junior Angus Association and American Angus Association.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about the National Junior Angus Association.
Green Coats Coast to Coast
This program is created to allow NJAA Board members to help create and build stronger State Angus Associations. See the flyer and state association resource guide for more details.
Green Coats Coast to Coast FlyerState Association Resource Guide
NJAA Recordbook
This recordbook is designed to help you compile records of your Angus activities in one handy, easy-to-use format. It will provide a place for recording information needed when applying for the National Junior Recognition Program's Bronze, Silver and Gold Awards, and the American Angus Auxiliary, Angus Foundation and CAB/NJAA scholarships, etc. In addition there is space for personal observation and notes.
Summer Internships
The NJAA offers a summer internship to a college sophomore, junior or senior to assist with the planning and execution of junior Angus shows and leadership events. The deadline for application is February 1.
Directions
The NJAA’s newsletter “Directions” is released every Spring and Fall. The newsletter is produced by the NJAA Board of Directors, and sent to all junior members.
Angus Impact
Angus Impact is the official National Junior Angus Association community service program. The goal is to encourage NJAA members and State Association's to make their mark, leave their impact and be the change through acts of service. Each year the NJAA will pick a theme to focus on and find locations that benefit that theme, at certain NJAA events.
Throughout the year NJAA will provide opportunities for members to participate in acts of service at the following events: Raising the Bar, National Junior Angus Show and LEAD conference. More information will be provided to those attending the specific events.
