MSU Extension 4-H Youth-Adult Partnerships

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  Using programs like Zoom or Skype for 4-H advisory groups

  Published on March 8, 2019
  While virtual meetings are not ideal, they may be the only way to conduct necessary business until a face-to-face meeting can occur. Follow these steps to ensure fairness to all members and meeting participants.

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  Placing youth in leadership roles on boards and committees

  Published on December 14, 2018
  Youth can be involved on boards and committees by being full voting members and giving them leadership roles.

• Michigan 4-H seeking session proposals for 2019 4-H Exploration Day sessions

  Published on November 15, 2018
  Share your skill, hobby or knowledge with Michigan 4-H youth by leading a session at the 2019 4-H Exploration Days.

• Successful youth-adult partnerships on boards and committees

  Published on February 2, 2018
  Five reminders for adults making organizational decisions in partnership with youth.

• Listening to understand

  Published on January 5, 2018
  Listening to understand takes practice and asking questions can help you improve this skill.

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  Newly revised teen leadership document is here!

  Published on January 5, 2018
  This updated document will help both youth and adult advisors see how to get the most out of a teen leadership project and how leadership can be very rewarding for both the teen and the groups with which they interact.

• The art of providing feedback

  Published on January 5, 2018
  Feedback can help us improve our skills and attitudes but it can be difficult to give and receive. These tips can help you offer the type of feedback that makes communities stronger.

• Communication maze: Take two

  Published on December 8, 2017
  This version of the communication maze activity can be used when space is not limited or if there is a small group.

• Communication maze: Take one

  Published on August 24, 2017
  This version of the communication maze activity can be used when space is limited or if there is a large group.

• Teen leadership opportunities for managing horse shows

  Published on August 24, 2017
  Teens can take on important leadership roles by managing a horse show.