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Our team at the Extension Center for Youth Development was curious about the impact of being a 4-H volunteer. My colleague Sam Grant, along with other 4-H youth development professionals, set out to answer this question. Over 200 of you responded to our research survey. Here’s what you told us.

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Acts of violence are all around us. As caring adults, how do we help youth to process tragedy and maintain a sense of safety? Dr. Jennifer A. Skuza offers suggestions.

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A spark is very special. Read Jennifer Skuza’s reflections on why finding your spark, and encouraging its discovery our youth, is one of the best ways a 4-H volunteer can spend their time.

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