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Elevating youth voice in 4-H after-school programs

Published on December 18, 2025
Year-round, chartered 4-H clubs use a proven method for engaging youth in the decision-making process. Consider the following methods to utilize youth voice in after-school clubs.
Restorative practice – Part 3: Interventions based on context and seriousness

Published on December 18, 2025
By taking various factors into account, interventions can be tailored more effectively to meet the specific needs and circumstances of a situation.
Restorative practice – Part 2: Using circles to build positive relationships

Published on December 15, 2025
Proactively help youth build skills to address challenges they may face though restorative circles.
Restorative practice – Part 1: Instead of punishment

Published on December 11, 2025
Create positive culture by building caring and inclusive relationships.
Create a safe space for open communication

Published on December 3, 2025
People are most engaged when they feel safe to be themselves. How do we build settings that support openness?
Engaging every voice in 4-H: Part 4 – The health of facilitation

Published on September 22, 2025
Exploring the fourth H (health) of facilitation for 4-H clubs.
Engaging every voice in 4-H: Part 3 – The head of facilitation

Published on September 18, 2025
Exploring the third H (head) of facilitation for 4-H clubs.
Engaging every voice in 4-H: Part 2 – The heart of facilitation

Published on August 6, 2025
Exploring the second H (heart) of facilitation for 4-H clubs.
Engaging every voice in 4-H: Part 1 – The hands of facilitation

Published on July 24, 2025
Exploring the first H (hands) of facilitation for 4-H clubs .
Building a culture of appreciation: Recognizing 4-H volunteers and youth

Published on July 7, 2025
Pause and recognize the efforts of others.