Hickman County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2023 - Jun 30, 2024





4065 - Community Vitality and Leadership – 4-H Youth Development
4065.1) 16

Number of individuals that take on formal or informal leadership roles as a result of participation in an Extension leadership program
4065.2) 5

Number of strategies adopted and implemented to improve the community
4065.4) 24

Number of volunteers addressing community issues by assessing needs, developing programs and/or implementing solutions
4065.3) 18

Number of empowered individuals engaged in coalitions or organizations to address a significant community issue


Success Stories

4-H Rally Day Exhibits help youth find their spark

Author: Melissa Goodman

Major Program: Community Vitality and Leadership – 4-H Youth Development

4-H Rally Day Exhibits help youth find their spark

According to the Program Leader’s Working Group Task Force on Positive Youth Development, everyone has something they are passionate about, whether it's a skill, talent, interest, or unique quality. In fact, youth thriving research refers to these things as "sparks” (2024 4-H PLWG Standing Committee on Positive Youth Development). These sparks not only bring joy but also provide purpose and direction, especially for adolescents. These sparks are often self-discovered and sel

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