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Michigan 4-H: Connecting youth to global experiences
Published on July 7, 2015
Global and cultural competency is a knowledge and skill base that continues to grow in relevancy as our world increases in interconnectedness. -
Developing public speaking skills in youth
Published on July 6, 2015
Public speaking is an important skill for youth to master. Consider these tips for success. -
Someday isn’t a day of the week: Engaging youth leaders today
Published on July 1, 2015
The role adults play in increasing youth leadership capacity in the here and now. -
4-H youth leadership roles and assessing leadership experiences
Published on July 1, 2015
Statements to assess youth leadership trainings and activities. -
Engaging youth in activities without mentioning a resume
Published on June 22, 2015
Help guide youth to gain leadership and life skills by allowing them to make decisions, teach others and participate in fun activities and events. -
Feeling rules and pitfalls of “be a man”
Published on June 10, 2015
Certain social expectations and stereotypes surrounding masculinity can be damaging to the way boys and men connect with their emotions. Role models and mentors need to be critically conscious of these stereotypes and counter them. -
Summer 4-H camps lend multiple benefits
Published on June 5, 2015
As summer heats up, 4-H offers plenty of cool, summer camps throughout Michigan. -
Female leaders: Challenging the concept of being bossy
Published on June 5, 2015
There is a double standard that challenges the potential of female leaders today. Behaviors exhibited by males that socially exemplify leadership, when exhibited by females elicit a different reaction. -
Youth learn leadership skills through countywide leadership program
Published on June 3, 2015
Gladwin County high school youth have the opportunity to join a youth leadership program to learn leadership skills and understand community connections. -
Retaining older youth during meetings and programs
Published on June 1, 2015
Five tips to successful meetings with high school-aged teens.