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Learn more about good governance: Fiscal sustainability and more
Published on October 2, 2018
Here in part two, we focus on finance and facilitation programs in general, and the full range of programs for sovereign tribal nations. -
Components of extraordinary governance: Ten areas that are critical to board success, Part 1
Published on November 14, 2014
A compilation of ten areas of focus that successful boards must invest time in to develop. -
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. -
Passions – New focus for tourism in Michigan
Published on May 8, 2017
Have you seen and heard those amazing Pure Michigan commercials that have moved Michigan’s tourism into the national spotlight? -
What are verbal skills and why are they important?
Published on December 19, 2013
Strong verbal skills will help to encourage essential discussion, whether in the conference room or in your living room. -
Michigan 4-H helps youth build Developmental Assets – Part 2: Internal assets
Published on September 20, 2016
Let’s explore the internal assets of the 40 Developmental Assets and how 4-H members compared over a three-year period. -
Effective goal-setting to reach your goals
Published on April 6, 2020
Bridging from current reality to the desired future is simpler than you think! -
Youth develop global leadership competencies through 4-H – Part 4
Published on December 7, 2018
4-H Backpack to Adventure: Youth Leadership in a Global World curriculum focuses on developing communication skills, one of five youth global leadership competencies. -
Why should we care if our young people know where their food comes from?
Published on November 24, 2014
With the world growing quickly in population and interconnectedness, it is important for today’s youth to recognize the complex system that puts food on their dinner table every day and that they understand that they have the power to make a difference. -
Exploring Bias
Published on January 22, 2018
“Who me? I don’t have a biased bone in my body.” Often the level of discomfort of understanding and owning our biases stems from the shortsighted belief that the issue of bias is simply about good and bad people. -
Visual literacy: A place to start when writing about your photovoice or photography project
Published on October 14, 2016
How to support your photo’s storytelling with visual literacy and some activities you can use to help increase your visual literacy. -
Successful entrepreneurial communities share common characteristics
Published on October 18, 2012
Entrepreneurship is recognized as a valuable economic development strategy. Support activities to develop your community’s entrepreneurial support network. -
Building decision-making skills in youth this holiday season
Published on December 9, 2016
Consider these ideas for increasing youth voice within your family this holiday season. -
Attending camp as a counselor builds life skills
Published on August 13, 2013
Youth have the chance to build many life skills as a camp counselor in a variety of ways. -
Consider government planning at two levels: internal plans and plans for the entire community
Published on April 21, 2014
Any government body should be able to write a plan for its activities. Why should government have to have a planning commission to do so? -
Honey bee challenge: 4-H global connection with Poland
Published on July 13, 2016
Michigan 4-Hers met virtually with youth in Poland to participate together in the 2016 4-H Ag Innovators Experience Honey Bee Challenge. -
Michigan 4-Hers improve citizenship skills in 2015
Published on June 10, 2016
Youth participating in Michigan 4-H leadership, civic engagement and global programming report positive outcomes in 2015. -
New report looks at resiliency in the Saginaw Bay Watershed
Published on May 15, 2016
More than 250 decision-makers surveyed on the impact of extreme storm events in local communities. -
World Food Prize inspires youth to join next generation of global hunger fighters
Published on February 25, 2016
World Food Prize Michigan Youth Institute engages youth in decreasing hunger, malnutrition and human suffering around the world. -
Real Colors personality temperament tool – Part 3: Green
Published on September 23, 2015
This third article in a series on the Real Colors personality temperament tool explores the Real Color Green and what it means to be dominant in that color.