The Wisconsin Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals provides:
1. A framework through which we work for improvement and recognition of the 4-H youth development profession.
2. A group identity for the professional members with the same concerns and needs.
3. Recognition to members for professional achievement.
4. Opportunity for members to participate in professional improvement conferences.
5. A link with the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals (NAE4-HYDP).

Mission: The mission of WAE4-HYDP is to promote, strengthen, and advocate the Extension 4-H Youth Development profession while providing a safe forum, camaraderie, support, and recognition of its members.

Objectives:
To foster the well-being and integrity of the WAE4-HYDP membership.
To assess and address personal and professional improvement.
To involve the WAE4-HYDP membership issues about the Extension 4-H Youth Development profession.