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Youth thrive when adults support and encourage “youth voice”

Published on February 24, 2020
Adults can help youth thrive by encouraging youth voice and establishing a positive relationship with them.
Youth thrive when adults support and nurture their “sparks”

Published on February 24, 2020
Intentional efforts by adults to help youth identify and nurture their interests, or “sparks,” can help youth be successful in life.
The 2020 Census is here, and here are some key things to understand

Published on January 31, 2020
Not everyone was included in the original Census.
Facilitative Leadership: An approach to better meetings

Published on January 10, 2020
Effective use of easy-to-learn skills, tools and techniques help boost productivity help people meet critical outcome-oriented objectives.
PARK(ing) day: A Placemaking Tool

Published on January 10, 2020
Create a temporary public park in your community on parking day.
Youth roles in event planning

Published on January 1, 2020
Youth-adult partnerships in action at 4-H Capitol Experience.
Public hearing is not only way to involve the public

Published on December 18, 2019
There are many ways to effectively involve the public beyond the public hearing.
Michigan Open Meetings Act: Understanding closed sessions

Published on December 18, 2019
Michigan’s Open Meetings Act was written to ensure that the governmental decision-making process would be accessible to Michigan residents.
Michigan’s Open Meetings Act: An introduction

Published on December 18, 2019
Michigan’s Open Meetings Act was written to ensure that the governmental decision-making process would be accessible to Michigan residents.
Michigan’s Open Meetings Act: Explore the details

Published on December 18, 2019
Michigan’s Open Meetings Act provides requirements on meeting notices, minutes, and keeping the process open to public participation.