Extension
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Contributed.
with Local Stakeholders.
of Multistate Efforts.
of Volunteers Engaged.
Number of youth who indicate they listen to people who have different ideas |
21664 |
Number of youth who indicate they can finish a job they started |
23369 |
Number of youth who indicate they can take responsibility for their actions |
26651 |
Number of youth provided with diversity focused education |
17549 |
Number of 4-H members leading a project group or project club |
3454 |
Number of 4-H members serving as direct mentors to younger youth |
2771 |
Number of youth reported being a better leader (due to skills improved through Extension programming) |
10524 |
2018 Kentucky Volunteer ForumVolunteers play integral roles in 4-H programs, performing a variety of duties, functions, and tasks and possessing varied and rich knowledge, skills, and backgrounds (Radhakrishna & Ewing, 2011). The success of Extension programming is due, in part, to the dedication of a large cadre of volunteers (Smith, Dasher, & Klingborg, 2005). Although highly valued, volunteer involvement does not guarantee achievement of Extensions goals and fulfillment of learners needs (Bol...
