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Youth develop global leadership competencies through 4-H – Part 6

Published on December 7, 2018
4-H Backpack to Adventure: Youth Leaders in a Global World curriculum focuses on developing cultural awareness, one of five youth global leadership competencies.
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.
Future Leaders Exchange Program celebrates its 25th anniversary

Published on October 11, 2018
Michigan 4-H has hosted over 65 students through the Future Leaders Exchange (FLEX) Program and is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year.
Adventure abroad: Michigan teen experiences life in Japan through 4-H

Published on September 13, 2018
While other teens spent the summer attending sports camps, working part-time jobs or sitting poolside, six Michigan 4-H’ers had a different summertime adventure: traveling abroad through the 4-H international exchange program.
Second generation travels abroad with Michigan 4-H International Programs

Published on September 10, 2018
Mother shares her experience traveling as a youth to Japan and why her son is also having the same opportunity.
4-H around the world: Liberia – Part 1

Published on June 6, 2018
The series exploring 4-H around the world continues as we explore Part 1 of 4-H Liberia.
Inspirations from being a Michigan 4-H International Exchange Program local coordinator

Published on February 9, 2018
Being a Michigan 4-H International Exchange Program local coordinator provides inspirations, global friendships and so much more.
Cultural competency evolves over time

Published on January 5, 2018
Intercultural competence is one’s knowledge and ability to successfully handle intercultural encounters. Global and cultural lessons may offer an opportunity for participants to learn more about the community they live in or the world.
Travel internationally with your family

Published on January 4, 2018
Take a step outside your comfort zone and experience a great cultural adventure with your family!
What is it like to host an international youth through Michigan 4-H Inbound Program?

Published on December 29, 2017
Learn what the host parent(s) and sibling(s) say about hosting a Japanese or Korean delegate for one month through Michigan’s 4-H International Exchange Inbound Program.