Programs, organizations and communities benefit when the enthusiasm and fresh perspective of youth is coupled with the wisdom and experience of adults. MSU Extension helps organizations incorporate young people into their governance and decision-making processes, with helpful strategies and best practices for building successful and sustaining youth-adult partnerships
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Gratiot County youth elected to Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees
Published on March 25, 2024
Gratiot County 4-H member Julie M. Becker of Wheeler was elected to the Michigan 4-H Foundation Board of Trustees in February. -
Bolstering youth-adult partnerships as a protective factor for youth
Published on October 27, 2022
Increasing positive networks with adults can help youth succeed. -
With passions for STEM and community service, mother-daughter duo forge new 4-H club
Published on August 26, 2021
Amid a global pandemic, Dr. Teena Chopra, a Wayne County Michigan 4-H volunteer, and her daughter Simran, a 4-H member, dive headfirst into 4-H. -
Japan Girls’ Day: A cultural learning opportunity for youth and adults
Published on March 31, 2021
Let’s learn about the Japanese holiday of Girls’ Day, which is held on March 3. -
Planning for all generations
Published on October 23, 2020
Generational trends are leading to changing demographics in many communities and presenting new challenges. Having strategies to bring all generations into a planning process can help communities meet these challenges.