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Risk and protective factors for youth and their mental health

Published on September 5, 2024
Most youth have both risk and protective factors that affect their experiences in life. A competent and consistent adult is one of the most important protective factors in a young person's life and mental health.
Ground rules for effective meetings and youth-adult partnerships

Published on September 5, 2024
Creating meeting norms for your youth group can make meetings more effective.
Career exploration and volunteers: lowering the disconnection for youth

Published on August 29, 2024
Adults can use a variety of strategies to help youth connect with employment, education or training for their future.
Book review: “Sparks: How Parents Can Help Ignite the Hidden Strengths of Teenagers” by Petter Benson, Ph.D.

Published on August 29, 2024
Recognize the power of sparks and how you can help them grow.
Michigan 4-H Foundation Partnership Spotlight: Michigan Division of the WNF&GA

Published on August 26, 2024
The Michigan Division of the Women's National Farm and Garden Association has been a strong supporter and partner of 4-H for nearly 70 years, making them the longest consecutive donor to the Michigan 4-H Foundation.
Michigan 4-H to honor outstanding 4-H youth, alumni, volunteers, partners and staff at 2024 Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration

Published on August 22, 2024
Michigan State University Extension and the Michigan 4-H Foundation will co-host the Michigan 4-H Legacy Awards Celebration on Sat., Sept. 21, in East Lansing, Mich.
Promote peer relationships and safety in 4-H clubs

Published on August 21, 2024
Help youth learn the Michigan 4-H Guiding Principles in their club by exploring the first two principles.
Internship enhances career exploration and workforce readiness for 4-H intern

Published on August 21, 2024
Working with student interns is beneficial for both the student and the organization or business involved. An internship provides hands-on experience in career exploration and workforce preparation while also contributing to the needs of an organization.
Empowering Michigan 4-H volunteers: Upcoming webinar series offers essential training and support

Published on August 21, 2024
Equip yourself with the knowledge and skills to make a lasting impact—join the Michigan 4-H Volunteer Webinar Series this fall.
Michigan 4-H license plate legislation signed into law by Governor Whitmer

Published on August 16, 2024
Governor Gretchen Whitmer joined with Michigan 4-H youth and volunteers in Van Buren Charter Township on Wednesday, August 14, to ceremoniously sign into law legislation that creates a Michigan 4-H fundraising license plate.