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It Starts With Us
| 4013 - Civic Engagement | ||
|---|---|---|
| 4013.14) | 0 |
Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #6 “Is 4-H A place where you get to figure out things for yourself?” (SEEC) |
| 4013.16) | 0 |
Number of youth who indicated “yes or usually” to the Common Measures Experience Survey Question #13 “Is 4-H a place where you have a chance to be a leader?” (SEEC) |
| 4013.12) | 655 |
Number of youth who designed and completed an educational program based on civic need (community service project) (SEEC) |
| 4013.11) | 5 |
Number of 4-H members or participants who sit on local, regional, or state boards for civic organizations (SEEC) |
| 4013.1) | 3 |
Number of youth who participated in Civic Education and Engagement educational programs (PRACTICE) |
Author: Kelsey Chadwick
Major Program: Civic Engagement
Junior Achievement USA states that hiring officials only believe that about 20 percent of all young adults entering the workforce are "highly qualified" individuals and that one of the skills that employers are looking for but find lacking is oral and written communication skills. The 4-H Achievement program is working to bridge this gap by improving writing and speaking skills of 4-H members while rewarding them for participation and excellence in a variety of 4-H programs. Youth are
