Extension
It Starts With Us
Constructing novel communication channels through Extension programming with inclusive and diverse audiences
Building Diversity and Inclusion in Extension Programming
K. Bishop, A. Leonberger, A. Brewer, M. Preece, C. Carter, N Colten
Community Gardens and Horticulture Therapy
Substance Use Prevention and Recovery General
Community Engagement
Local Food System Development and Mapping
The year 2020 had the nation dealing with crises of public health, the economy, race relations and public safety, and an upcoming presidential election. In the U.S. communities are beginning to engage in courageous conversations that promote socially and politically healthy communities for all citizens.
According to Mapping Civil Unrest in the United States (2000–2020), Over a 20 year period instances of civil unrest falls into four categories.
- Economic and social injustice
- Sports and event-related riots
- Politically motivated civil unrest
- Reaction to police actions
Diversity
The seen and unseen characteristics and experiences, visible and invisible, which define who we are and how we experience the world around us. These include (but are not limited to) gender, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, religious and cultural background, familial status, age, languages spoken, and more.
Inclusion: Creating an environment of respect, connection, and community, where all people can feel respected and valued. Inclusion means that all perspectives and contributions are valued, and team members are empowered to be their full, authentic selves.
The Cooperative Extension service is committed to training professionals who will, in turn, facilitate conversations about race and racism (and other issues related to human differences) in their communities. The purpose of such dialogue is to increase understanding and positive relationship-building across differences.
Expanded diversity and inclusion in extension programs, clientele and shareholders.
Increase the awareness of the sensitive topic to youth in Franklin county and establish a MANRRS chapter within our 4-H Program.
Work with FORR and public school faculty, administrators and staff to increase awareness and productive dialogues that increase racial understanding in school systems, home and community.
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Audience: City/county
Project or Activity: Frankfort Community Council activities
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Audience: Underserved, typical non-extension clientle
Project or Activity: KSU/UK Updates
Content or Curriculum: Current opportunities in ANR, FCS & 4H
Inputs: Workshops
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Audience: Middle/High School Teens, Community Groups,
Project or Activity: MANRRS (Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences
Content or Curriculum: Program Area Curriculum e,g, FCS Coming together for Racial Understanding
Inputs: Meetings & activities
Date: 2022 Program Year
Author: Keenan Bishop
Major Program: Beef
Beef producers need BQCA certification not just to meet certain cost-share and program requirements but also to know how to be good stockmen and properly handle their cattle. While many have been trained and certified, there are still those that are new producers or otherwise haven't yet for various reasons.The Franklin and Henry County ANR agents teamed up with KSU to offer a chute-side hands-on training, primarily targeting KSU's audience of small, limited resource producers.KSU's
Author: Adam Leonberger
Major Program: Horticulture, Consumer and Home
Addressing the issue of food deserts is a pressing concern for many communities, and Frankfort is no exception. The city lacks grocery stores close to most residential neighborhoods. The public transit routes are limited and only run during the day. The transit system also restricts the riders to bringing only four grocery bags on the buses. Moreover, food prices are rising, making it difficult for the low-income residents to afford healthy food. This situation has led to a severe fo
Author: Carla Carter
Major Program: Apparel and Textiles (Non-Master Clothing Volunteer)
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Author: Austin Brewer
Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership - ANR
In Franklin County, Kentucky, the arrival of Halloween were often accompanied by anxieties for parents. The educational value was absent and safety concerns were presented by most families in the case of traditional trick or treating. Realizing that there was a gap, the UK Franklin County 4-H Program along with the Kentucky State 4-H Program and Kentucky State University planned a mission to tailor the Halloween celebrations into an educational opportunity through the Halloween Extravaganza.The
Author: Carla Carter
Major Program: Emergency Disaster Preparedness - FCS
Jennifer Bardroff, Franklin County Health Department shows what to include in an emergency supply kit.Don and Pat Dampier learn to check the proper location of hand placement for chest compressions.EMS Director, Joe Sebastian shows us how to help an infant who is choking.Being prepared for emergencies, whether medical or natural disasters, is crucial. Over 1,800 Kentucky residents die each year due to out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and over a hundred people died in the most recent disasters such
Author: Carla Carter
Major Program: Community Engagement
Coretta Scott King once said, “The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.”On a warm Saturday in June, First Baptist Church Frankfort opened its doors to more than 500 individuals in the community to put an emphasis on their well-being. It was part of the fourth annual Dr. Rosby L. Glover Unity in the Community event — a day of fun, food, music and raising awareness.The fruits of this effort are an extension of col
