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The 4-H Pledge I pledge my HEAD to clearer thinking. I pledge my HEART to greater loyalty. I pledge my HANDS to larger service. I pledge my HEALTH to better living for my club, my community, my country, and my world. |
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Exchange ideas, cultures and friendship. 4-H Exchange trips cultivate friendships that last a lifetime. NYS 4-H Japanese Youth Exchange Partnership - Cornell Cooperative Extension of Dutchess, Orange, and Columbia counties are partnered with the LEX organization in Japan to establish international exchange programs for youth. Presently this is not a statewide program. Find Out More National exchanges are also available to 4-Her's. International 4-H Youth Exchange (IFYE) The IYFE Ambassador Program is available for 15-25 year olds and IFYE Representative Program for 19-30 year olds. |
Science Focused Events and Conferences for YouthThrough 4-H youth have opportunities to explore Cornell and beyond at events like 4-H Career Explorations, Vet School Open House, Animal Crackers, Dairy Discovery Days, and more. The 4-H Career Explorations Conference at Cornell University connects 400 + 8th to 12 grade youth to 17+ hours of science and technology careers and academic enrichment. Youth attending, as well as staff and volunteers, will each be connected to one of 36 Cornell University department programs. The majority of the programs are recruited from the University STEM Outreach network, with two brand new programs this year focused on energy (wind, and solar decathlon project). Other 4-H Department based statewide offerings like: Forestry Invitational Weekend, Dairy Discovery Days, Animal Crackers, March Dog Madness, etc. also provide intensive training and are open to new audiences. An animal science calendar of events is available at: Activities/events offered through Cornell Outreach programs like Insectapalooza, Vet Science Open House and Expanding Your Horizons are also very popular options to promote, and organize activities around. NYS 4-H Teen opportunities. Looking for trips and events just for teens? Check it out! National 4-H Conference. A premier opporturtunity for teens ready to network with teens from across the country, discuss their interests, and voice their thoughtful concerns to 4-H leaders and national decision makers. http://4hconf.4-h.org/ Dates: March 28 - April 2, 2009 For more information, please contact JoAnne Baldini jb61@cornell.edu
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Want to make a difference in your community? Youth Community Action (YCA) is what we call it. Find resources, ideas and suggestions on the Youth Community Action Network page. Find Out More
4-H Brand Network - a national website to learn about national 4-H programs and ideas.
The CITY Project - The CITY Project promotes civic engagement, workforce preparation, and asset development among youth. Youth Action Net – a new website for young people who want to lead effective change. A space where youth can get information, resources and tools to strengthen their work. DoSomething – a nationwide network of young people who know they can make a difference in their communities and take action to change the world around them. The DoSomething Community Connections Campaign is bridging the gap between young people and community organizations. Teens R It - a website that provides a vast variety of resources for teens in the areas of community outreach, personal health, and more.
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