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Through life-changing 4-H programs, nearly 170,000 young people in New York take on critical issues such as addressing community health inequities, engaging in civil discourse, and advocating for equity and inclusion for all.
Through life-changing 4-H programs, nearly six million kids and teens have taken on critical societal issues, such as addressing community health inequities, engaging in civil discourse, and advocating for equity and inclusion for all.
The New York State Animal Science 4-H programs are run out of the Cornell University Department of Animal Science in Ithaca, NY. There are youth extension programs for both livestock species, such as dairy, horses, and goats, as well as companion species, such as dogs and rabbits.
NYS 4-H Camps promotes the development of skills that help young people succeed by offering workforce development training and skills. NYS 4-H Camps is committed to achieving an inclusive and safe community of staff, volunteers and program participants that reflects the diversity of New York State.
The four H’s (Head, Heart, Hands and Health) represent four basic human needs: Independence, Belonging, Generosity and Mastery. Research shows that youth whose basic needs are met in positive ways are likely to grow into active citizens and contributing members of their families and communities. WHAT DO 4-Hers DO?
4-H is the largest national positive youth development and youth mentoring organization. It empowers six million youth in partnership with 110 universities, including Cornell University. 4-H research-based programs are accessible in many ways such as via 4-H clubs and teen leadership groups.
4 paź 2019 · A 4-H club consists of five or more school-age youth, guided by one or more approved adult volunteers. The 4-H Club’s goal is long-term youth development, which encourages its participants to learn life skills that will help them grow into healthy and productive citizens.