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Reverse culture shock—is it real?

Published on December 18, 2019
How to discuss reverse culture shock with your exchange student.
Being in the 4-H leadership zone by traveling internationally

Published on December 17, 2019
4-H empowers youth to step outside of their comfort zone and into their learning zone to become strong leaders.
Michigan 4-H Creative Arts Celebration Workshop a success

Published on November 20, 2019
Participants learned about visual arts, crafts, sewing and textile projects at the 2019 Michigan 4-H Creative Arts Celebration Workshop.
Fourth Thursday in November marks National Day of Mourning, others celebrate Thanksgiving

Published on November 14, 2019
Nov. 28, 2019, marks the 50th anniversary of the National Day of Mourning and is an opportunity for non-native youth to explore Thanksgiving from the perspective of Native American and Indigenous people.
Acts of generosity and kindness: An opportunity for positive youth development

Published on November 8, 2019
Performing acts of kindness helps youth to incorporate qualities of service, kindness and gratitude as a part of their character.
Michigan 4-H International Programs still growing

Published on November 6, 2019
Giving Michigan families and youth many international experience options enriches our program and empowers youth and families.
Halloween is celebrated around the world

Published on October 22, 2019
Halloween is celebrated in the United States by many and has a global connection. Let’s explore this tradition and the similarities and differences of this festive event around the world.
Exploring India as a Michigan IFYE delegate

Published on September 18, 2019
Traveling abroad as a young adult is eye opening. Kate Garrity was fortunate to grow up around the IFYE organization and always knew she wanted to participate one day.
Six Michigan youth selected as delegates to attend 2019 World Food Prize Global Youth Institute

Published on September 4, 2019
Michigan youth will join leaders from around the world to discuss solutions to global food security and other grand global challenges this October.
2019 Michigan 4-H inbound welcome and matching ceremony

Published on August 19, 2019
Thirty-three international guests arrived for a month-long homestay with families throughout Michigan.