Relevance

Extension as long been touted as the nation’s “Best Kept Secret.” While those who have bestowed this title might have thought that it was a compliment because of the great services that Extension provides, it underscores the reality that if we are a secret we are not effectively conveying the message of how we are impacting the lives of those we serve.

Response

Family and Consumer Sciences Extension at the University of Kentucky has been working diligently to ensure that the work that we are doing to improve communities and the quality of lives for individuals and families throughout the Commonwealth is “common knowledge.” We have created multiple pathways for clientele to connect with content that is relevant to their daily lives and based on the research knowledge found at the University of Kentucky. Whether they are engaging with our local agents at the Extension Office in their home community, or reaching out through social media, or listening to a podcast, we ensure that the information they receive is reliable and trustworthy.

Results 

In fiscal year 2024, Family and Consumer Sciences Extension professionals at the University of Kentucky made more than 3 million contacts with Kentucky citizens through various outlets, including newsletters, social media, podcasts, and television broadcasts

Public Value Statement

As demonstrated by the extensive reach of Family and Consumer Sciences Extension content by state professionals, families and communities are seeking research-based content from reliable sources.