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| 3016 - Community Engagement | ||
|---|---|---|
| 3016.1) | 171 |
Number of participants reporting new leadership roles and leadership opportunities |
| 3016.2) | 0 |
Number of those who now serve as a mentor to others |
| 3016.4) | 18 |
Number of those who are comfortable addressing community issues through local leadership |
| 3016.5) | 13 |
Number of those who take time to recruit and engage people to undertake community projects |
| 3016.3) | 165 |
Number of individuals who are comfortable identifying community problems |
| 3016.15) | 161 |
Number of new groups/networks/coalitions formed through agreement or formal arrangement |
Author: Phillip Long
Major Program: Community Engagement
1. Since we use these stories as a resource for multiple requests, don’t restrict Success Stories only to traditional Extension appointments and activities. Any accomplishments and efforts that are noteworthy may be included.Kentucky Extension Service’s New Way of Program Delivery. In the early spring of 2020, the US found itself faced with a COVID-19 Pandemic which eventually limited public access to nearly every public and private enterprise including all educational systems,
Author: Phillip Long
Major Program: Community Engagement
1. Since we use these stories as a resource for multiple requests, don’t restrict Success Stories only to traditional Extension appointments and activities. Any accomplishments and efforts that are noteworthy may be included. The Louisville Metro Office of Community Development list more than 300 vacant lots in the city many of which are located in areas designated a Food Desert. An application to lease or purchase these lots is required along with a detailed written use. The Louisvil
Author: Jessica Marquez
Major Program: Community Engagement
Success Story: Educating our community. Title: Educating the Hispanic/Latinx Community on COVID-19 Major Program: Community Engagement Plan of work: Educating and empowering individuals and families to make responsible choices and develop life skills Outcome Type: Initial Outcome Success Story: Educating and empowering the Hispanic/Latinx Community on COVID-19 Issues: What is the situation? Who cares and why?KSU Extension focuses on strengthening partnerships
Author: Kelly Smith
Major Program: Community Engagement
As a nonprofit it is essential to develop partnerships with community organizations. Relationships with community partners can help with grant writing, volunteer recruitment, and program promotion. The goal of community partnerships is beneficial for both sides and strengthen the broader community. Jefferson County 4-H has developed a very strong relationship with Louisville Public Libraries. During the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Louisville Free Public Library wanted to conti
