Celebrating 50 Years of Women in FFA
It’s been 50 years since the 1969 National FFA Convention when women gained full, national membership in FFA.
In 1969 women were officially allowed membership into the National FFA Organization. In the 50 years since the formal acceptance of female membership, women have become an integral part of the organization. Women have achieved significant milestones, and they continue to shape the future of agricultural education and the industry of agriculture.
Women in FFA: The Motion That Launched a Career
Little did Bill Sarpalius know his first public vote to extend FFA membership to women would lead to a lifelong career as a political servant and advocate for agriculture.
50 Years of Membership and Marriage
Roses are red. FFA jackets are blue. 50+ years later, women wear them too.
Women in FFA: The Woman Who Started It All
Gay Erickson, an FFA member from New York, was one of many women who paved the way for women in FFA.
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Historical Timeline of Women in FFA
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