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Through life-changing 4‑H programs, nearly 6,000,000 young people take on critical issues such as addressing community health inequities, engaging in civil discourse and advocating for equity and inclusion for all. We believe in young people and their strengths and influence to improve the world around us.

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National 4-H Week

2022 National 4-H Week Toolkit and Webinar

Webinar: July 14, 2:00 PM Eastern

National 4-H Week is October 2nd through the 8th. Celebrate this year’s theme, Opportunity4All with a brand new marketing toolkit, now available for download on the 4-H Marketing Online Resource Center.

Want to learn more about National 4-H Week and Opportunity4All? Register for a free informational webinar on July 14 at 2 PM Eastern.

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2022 Citizenship Washington Focus

June 5 to July 15, 2022 (Six Sessions)

Through Citizenship Washington Focus (CWF), teens experience Washington D.C. like never before. Using the nation’s capital as their classroom, CWF connects young leaders from across the country to gain the skills and experiences to become effective change agents.

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4‑H Lead to Change Projects Design Local Solutions for Communities

By National 4-H Council | Jun 30, 2022

4-H empowers youth with the skills they need to become leaders and positive disruptors in their communities. Through events such as the National 4-H Youth Summit on Agriscience, we ignite ...
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Nature’s Path to Improved Youth Mental Health

By National 4-H Council | May 23, 2022

It's no secret that spending time outdoors has many health benefits. Access to nature is associated with lower levels of stress, anxiety, and sadness. Young people especially have much to ...
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Forbes: MacKenzie Scott Pledges $50 Million To 4‑H Youth Programs

The Lily: She’s a registered farmer — and she’s only 6 years old

ADWEEK: A Higher Purpose: Pivoting Your Marketing Career to a Nonprofit

Protocol: What steps can the private sector take to close the digital divide, and how are young people a critical part of the solution?

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