WASHINGTON, D.C. (RFD-TV) — Every summer, FFA members from across the country travel to the nation’s capital to take part in the Washington Leadership Conference.
Addie Ferguson with the National FFA Organization joined Monday’s FFA Today to discuss this year’s event.
During her conversation with RFD-TV, Ferguson explained what the Washington Leadership Conference offers members and what makes the experience unique for those who attend.
She also discussed the importance of leadership development in the nation’s capital as the country approaches its 250th anniversary of independence.
In addition, Ferguson highlighted the conference’s Living to Serve program and how members take those lessons back to their home communities.
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