Strengthening Extension and Community Leaders and Future LeadersPlan of Work

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Floyd County CES

Title:
Strengthening Extension and Community Leaders and Future Leaders
MAP:
Empowering Leaders and Communities
Agents Involved:
Allen, Coleman, Slone
MAJOR PROGRAM 1:
Agriculture and Extension Leadership Development
MAJOR PROGRAM 2:
Community Leadership Development
MAJOR PROGRAM 3:
Kentucky Extension Leadership Development (KELD): Developing Core Leadership Skills
MAJOR PROGRAM 4:
Leadership
Situation:

The County Councils believes it is very important to lead by example and prepare new leaders to move into the future. They believe it is necessary to provide youth and adults with leadership and personal development opportunities to grow new leaders. Leadership development plays an important role in the success of the Extension program. During our community assessment, current leaders stressed the need for more qualified leaders to prepare for the future and help solve local issues. They also want more youth leadership opportunities. Our efforts highlights the importance of leadership development for the community and individual growth. With strong leadership, educational programming can become more meaningful and beneficial to the audience or participants of the program. Leadership is also an important emphasis in 4-H and youth development. Extension provides opportunities for youth and families to improve their leadership abilities and create a positive impact on their future. Leadership opportunities for youth create a setting that reduces the access of youth risk factors that can negatively impact their success. Basic leadership, knowledge and skills are essential for success in almost any field. 

Long-Term Outcomes:

*Number of people trained by Extension who serve as members/leaders of advisory councils, community development committees and/or in leadership roles with agriculture organizations.

*Number of producers who mentored, advised or assisted new and/or young producers in agriculture.

* Number of leaders engaged and administer/assist with needs assessments, program planning, implementation and evaluations. 

*Community members engage others to initiate projects.

*Civic engagement is possible and desirable for community members. 

*Youth will utilize the skills gained to serve as leaders in 4-H and other organizations.

Intermediate Outcomes:

*Number of clients who shared information learned from Extension about local agriculture and/or environmental issues.

*Number of clients who advocated for agriculture and/or environmental issues locally.

*Number of people who serve in leadership roles to address community needs.

*Number of Extension leaders who will actively participate, accept committee assignments and sponsor events, programs and activities.

*Number of certified Master Gardeners and active volunteers.

*Youth put skills into practice by becoming more engaged, taking on leadership roles.

*Youth improve communication or problem solving in addressing community issues and needs. 

*Youth will volunteer and participate in community service.

*Youth will demonstrate an increased level of confidence when presenting in front of groups.

Initial Outcomes:

*Number of clientele increasing agriculture awareness due to Extension programming.

* Number of clientele trained in agricultural leadership development.

*Number of people impacted by advisory councils, community organizations and other volunteers including all related community groups and organizations.  

*Number of people who learn the basics of teamwork, interpersonal communications, and the characteristics of a leader.

*Number of people who gain knowledge of the parliamentary procedures, how to conduct meetings, and participate in leadership roles.

*Number of people who assist in identifying issues and opportunities for the county programming needs.

*Youth increase knowledge of effective leadership skills

*Youth develop and enhance leadership skills.

*Youth are informed of community systems and are better connected to communication networks.

Evaluation:

Outcome: New active leaders within councils and programming

Indicator:  number of leaders participating in the process of programming

Method: Leadership activities and trainings

Timeline: On-going


Outcome: Number of leaders giving back time and effort to councils and/or programming efforts

Indicator: Number of those taking leadership roles 

Method: Observations, sign-in sheets

Timeline: On-going


Outcome: Number of participants attending leadership development activities

Indicator: Increase in those attending trainings

Method: Observations, sign-in sheets

Timeline: On-going


Outcome: Youth will demonstrate an increased level of confidence when presenting in front of groups.

Indicator: Number of youth of who have improved their communication skills

Method: observation, testimonials, surveys

Timeline: On-going


Outcome: Youth become more engaged as a leader in their community.

Indicator: Number of youth taking on leadership roles in their everyday life

Method: observation, testimonials, surveys

Timeline: On-going

Learning Opportunities:

Audience: Members of CEC, District Board, Program Councils, Program Group, Master Gardeners and potential new members

Project or Activity: Leadership/Committee Development

Content or Curriculum: Leadership Manual and Training Materials

Inputs: Volunteers, Leaders, Council and Board members, agents and staff, Committee members and program participants 

Date: Year-round


Audience: Leaders of all Councils, Boards, and program groups

Project or Activity: Leader Recognition

Content or Curriculum: Awards Banquet

Inputs: All Volunteers and Leaders 

Date: Spring – yearly


Audience: Members of CEC, District Board, Program Councils, Program Groups, and potential new members

Project or Activity: Council & Committee Officer training

Content or Curriculum: Officer Training Materials, Robert’s Rules of Order

Inputs: Volunteers, Leaders, Council and Board members, agents and staff, Committee members and program participants 

Date: Winter, yearly


Audience: Members and Leaders of program groups and participants 

Project or Activity: Ag Commodity Groups Workshops

Content or Curriculum: Leadership & Strategic Planning

Inputs: Leaders, agents and staff, group members and program participants

Date: On-going


Audience: Youth Grades 7-12

Project or Activity: Leadership Development

Content or Curriculum: Teen Council, Camp Counselor and Enrichment Leadership programs

Inputs: Club leaders, Teen leaders, Agents and Staff

Date: Year round


Audience: Youth Grades Preschool-8

Project or Activity: Day Camps

Content or Curriculum: KY 4-H Core Curriculum

Inputs: Volunteers, FRYSC, Community Partners, Agents and Staff 

Date: Summer 


Audience: Youth Grades 3-12, College Age, Adult

Project or Activity: Overnight camp

Content or Curriculum: 4-H Core Content

Inputs: Teen and Adult Volunteers, parents, agents and staff

Date: Summer 


Audience: Youth 4-12 grade

Project or Activity: club and enrichment Programs

Content or Curriculum: 4-H Communications Curriculum

Inputs: Club leaders, Agents and Staff

Date: September-May


Audience:  Floyd County Extension Homemakers

Project or Activity:  KEHA Officer and Chairman Training / County KEHA Kickoff

Content or Curriculum: KEHA Training Toolkit, KEHA Manual, KEHA Website

Inputs: Agents, State Advisors

Date: Annually each fall


Audience: Floyd County Extension Homemakers 

Project or Activity:  KEHA Leader Training and/or Special Interest Workshops

Content or Curriculum: KELD Curriculum, FCS Extension Lesson Resources, FCS Curriculum

Inputs: Agents, State Advisors

Date: Monthly


Audience: Floyd County Extension Homemakers 

Project or Activity:  KEHA State Meeting

Content or Curriculum: Officer Training & Educational Chairman Workshops

Inputs: Agents, State Advisors

Date: Annually each spring

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