Success Stories By MajorProgram FY2024Jul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024





Gallatin County Extension Homemakers Continue to Offer Outstanding Volunteer Leadership Skills

Author: Ronda Rex

Major Program: Kentucky Extension Leadership Development (KELD): Developing Core Leadership Skills

Gallatin County Extension Homemakers Continue to Offer Outstanding Volunteer Leadership Skills

According to the Kentucky Extension Homemaker Manual located on the KEHA website (https://keha.ca.uky.edu/), Leadership Development is a journey of personal and community growth. This growth is supported by the University of Kentucky through its advisors and programs, participated in and developed by the agents and membership, and shared by the volunteer membership with each other and the citizens of the community around them.  It is an opportunity for all KEHA members to build experience t

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The Pasta-bilities are Endless after Learning how to Make Italian Food at Home

Author: Joni Phelps

Major Program: Kentucky Extension Leadership Development (KELD): Developing Core Leadership Skills

Gatherings focused on learning about cooking, particularly Italian cuisine, hold profound significance beyond simply mastering culinary techniques. These gatherings foster a sense of community and connection, providing a platform for individuals to share cultural traditions and stories through the universal language of food. Exploring Italian cuisine, renowned for its rich history and diverse regional flavors, not only cultivates culinary skills but also deepens appreciation for cultural heritag

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Kentucky Volunteer Forum Hall of Fame Recognition

Author: Marla Stillwell

Major Program: Kentucky Extension Leadership Development (KELD): Developing Core Leadership Skills

According to Kwarteng, Smith, & Miller (1988), volunteer recognition is defined as "formal and informal favorable attention given to an individual to provide a sense of appreciation.”  Recognition is vital to sustaining volunteers in the roles in which they serve, and it encourages volunteers to expand responsibilities into other areas.  The Kentucky Volunteer Forum has grown exponentially since its inception in 2000.  Since then, multiple sub-committees have develo

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