Ohio is well-represented this week at the 2017 Global 4-H Network Summit in Ottawa, Canada. Here’s Ohio 4-H’er and Ohio Teen Leadership Council member Emma Newell from Fairfield County being interview by the CBC television network!
4-H Around the World – From the Americas to Europe to Africa to Asia, 4-H builds youth leaders and provides a sense of belonging. As one of the largest youth organizations in the world, 4-H is investing in young people today to grow a brighter future. 4-H offers practical skill building activities, meaningful leadership roles and partnerships with caring adult volunteers. These three elements create a unique experience that equips young people for success in the future. In fact, according to a longitudinal study, 4-H youth attain higher educational achievement and are three times more likely to actively contribute to their communities. (Source: http://global-4-h-network.com/4h-global/).
4-H Global By The Numbers:
- Over 70 independent, country-led 4-H programs around the world
- Seven million 4-H’ers worldwide
- More than 3.5 million young women leading in 4‑H today
- Over 100 years of history in agricultural and economic development
- The global 4-H community celebrates November 1st as Global 4-H day
- Goal of reaching 25 million members internationally by 2025