Community LeadershipPlan of Work
Knott County CES
Title:
Community Leadership
MAP:
Community Service and Leadership
Agents Involved:
Dora Webb, Chad Conway, and Lorie Adams
MAJOR PROGRAM 1:
Science, Engineering, and Technology
MAJOR PROGRAM 2:
Community Vitality and Leadership - ANR
MAJOR PROGRAM 3:
Community Leadership Development
MAJOR PROGRAM 4:
Local Food Systems
Situation:
Leadership is a needed and important programming emphasis in Kentucky Extension. The Cooperative Extension Service provides opportunities for youth and adults to help improve their leadership ability and positively impact their future. Basic leadership knowledge and skills are essential for success in almost any field.
The skills associated with leadership are necessary when working in a group or communicating with others. Employers look for leadership skills in future employees. Developing leadership in the youth and adults who are involved in the community is a priority. By assisting the development of leadership skills in our community, we improve individuals' ability to face the challenges of tomorrow.
Communication skills development is one of the skills necessary to grow as an individual, a community member, and a leader by using age-appropriate activities selected from the approved Kentucky 4-H Communication and Robert's Rules of Order. The Knott County Extension Service has several groups, clubs, and associations that many community members participate in leadership roles.
Long-Term Outcomes:
- Communities are equipped with competent, effective leaders
- Community members engage others to initiate projects
- Civic engagement is possible and desirable for community members
- KEHA (Knott County Homemakers) serve as active Extension and community volunteers engaged in addressing community needs
- MCA (Mountain Cattleman’s Association) Serve as Extension Leaders, Community Leaders, and Kentucky Cattleman’s Association Leaders.
Intermediate Outcomes:
- Youth and adults put skills into practice by becoming more engaged, taking on leadership roles
- Youth and adults improve skills in communication or problem-solving in addressing community issues and needs
- Youth and adults participants initiate projects that meet the needs of their community
- Youth and adults are inclusive of all individuals
- Youth and adults will volunteer and participate in community service
- Youth and adults will engage in civic involvement
Initial Outcomes:
- Youth and adults increase knowledge of effective leadership skills
- Youth and adults develop/enhance leadership skills
Evaluation:
Observation and the use of pre and post-test results
Learning Opportunities:
Audience: Youth 9-18
Project or Activity: 4-H Teen Leadership
Content or Curriculum: UK and National 4-H Curriculum
Inputs: Teachers and Agents
Date: September-June
Audience: Youth and Adults
Project or Activity: Volunteer Training for Programs and Councils
Content or Curriculum: UK Extension Curriculum
Inputs: Agents
Date: On-going
Audience: Adults
Project or Activity: Knott County Extension Homemakers
Content or Curriculum: UK Cooperative Extension Resources
Inputs: Agents and Knott County Homemaker Leaders
Date: Continually or as needed
Audience: Adults and Junior Cattlemen
Project or Activity: Mountain Cattlemen's Association
Content or Curriculum: UK Cooperative Extension Resources/KCS
Inputs: KCA Staff, ANR Agents, Cattlemen Leaders
Date: On-going
Audience: Famers Market Committee
Project or Activity: Addressing Fresh Food Scarcity in the Community
Content or Curriculum: Adult Leaders, CFA, KDA Resources and Programs, SNAP-ED
Inputs: UK Extension, CFA, and KDA Resources and Programs, SNAP-Ed Resources
Date: On-going
Audience: Long-Term Recovery Group
Project: Flood Recovery
Content: Various
Inputs: All agents
Date: Monthly/All year
Audience: Adults
Project or Activity: Creating Welcoming Communities
Content or Curriculum: UK Extension Curriculum
Inputs: FCS Agent
Date: September 2024
Success Stories
Learning with a Purpose
Author: Lorie Adams
Major Program: Kentucky Extension Homemaker Association
Learning with a Purpose: Success StoryDescribe the Issue or Situation: Adults engage in lifelong learning, but many are unaware of how they learn best. Traditional education methods often overlook individual learning preferences, which can hinder engagement and retention. The “Learning with a Purpose” program was created to help participants identify their unique learning styles and explore how emotions and environment influence learning success.Describe the Outreach or Educatio
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Quicksand Homemakers Officer Training
Author: Lorie Adams
Major Program: Kentucky Extension Homemaker Association
Describe the Issue or Situation Homemaker officers play a vital role in the Kentucky Extension Homemakers Association (KEHA) by supporting the organization’s mission and leading local clubs. However, many officers need training and support to fully understand their responsibilities, confidently perform their roles, and effectively manage club activities. A need was identified for a comprehensive training program to equip officers with the knowledge and skills necessary for success.Des
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