1. Introduction of 4-H

2. About 4-H Preparing young people to make a positive impact
in their communities and the world

3. The Birth of 4H 4H movement began in the United Stated in 1902
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The Birth of 4H
4H movement began in the United Stated in 1902
During the late 1800's, researchers at public universities saw that adults in the farming community did not readily accept the new agricultural discoveries being developed on university campuses.
However, they found that young people were open to new thinking and would "experiment" with new ideas and share their experiences and successes with adults.
In this way, rural youth programs became an innovative way to introduce new agriculture technology to their communities.
The seed of the 4-H idea of practical and "hands-on" learning came from the desire to make public school education more connected to country life.
Building community clubs to help solve these agricultural challenges was a first step toward youth learning more about the industries in their community

4. Programs like 4H
now exist in more than
70 countries

5. What is the 4H ? 4H is youth development organization
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What is the 4H ?
4H is youth development organization
The 4-H idea is simple
-Help young people and their families gain the skills they need to be proactive forces in their communities
-Develop ideas for a more innovative economy
-Opened the door for young people to learn leadership skills and explore ways to give back.
4-H revolutionized how youth connected to practical, hands-on
learning experiences while outside of the classroom.

6. 4H stands for Head, Heart, Hands and Health
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What is the 4H ?
4H stands for Head, Heart, Hands and Health
Head
Heart
Hands
Health

7. Symbolic meaning of each H
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What is the 4H ?
Symbolic meaning of each H
Head
Representing Knowledge & Intelligent
Reasoning & Creativity Development
Heart
Representing Loyalty & Virtue
Personal & Social Development
Hands
Representing Service & Work
Vocational & Citizenship Development
Health
Representing Soundness & Health
Health & Physical Development

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What is the 4H ?
4H focuses on the values of agriculture, environment and life.
4H helps to inspire the youth to be agriculturally minded and well-rounded individual.
Initiated to promote the training of young farmers and students in rural areas.
Developed into urban areas and an international youth development program.
Youth and adults works together for positive change
Enabling youth to emerge as leaders through hands-on learning, research-based 4-H youth programs and adult mentorship, in order to give back to their local communities.
Educate young people in the field of agriculture and help them develop a friendly mind and useful skills
4-H youth building revolutionary opportunities and implementing community-wide change at an early age. .

9. What is the 4H ? . Leading by Example
The caring support of adult volunteers and mentors inspires young people in 4-H to work collaboratively, take the lead on their own projects and set and achieve goals with confidence.
4-H’ers chart their own course, explore important issues and define their place in the world. 4-H’ers stand up for themselves and their communities.
4-H’ers stand up for themselves and their communities. These pivotal experiences build a foundation of leadership and skills for success in their future careers.
4H inspires young people to undertake leadership positions and become productive and competent citizens. .

10. Vision
Vision: A sustainable and innovative global 4-H network will empower youth to reach their full potential.

11. Purpose
Purpose: To create new synergies by exchanging best practices and improve opportunities for youth (working with adults) in order to make a better society.

12. Values
Leadership
Integrity
Commitment
Core Values

13. 4H Mottos
To Make the Better Best
Learning by Dong

14. 4H Pledge I pledge: My Head to clearer thinking,
My Heart to greater loyalty
My Hands to larger service, and
My Health for better living
For my Club, my Community and my Country

15. A Model for Today and the Future
Social Enterprise Model for building sustainable communities
Agricultural Livelihoods
Innovative Partnerships
Positive Youth Development

16. 4H Programs
Science
4-H Science programs reach youth with hands-on learning experiences to encourage young minds and help fill our nation’s shortage of young leaders proficient in science, engineering, and technology. 4-H science programs tackle important national and global issues such as climate change, workforce development, and technological innovation.
Citizenship
Emphasizes the importance of developing passionate, well-informed citizens who are involved in their communities and help to foster positive social change. Civic engagement helps young people understand the big picture and learn skills that will encourage them to become engaged, responsible citizens and successful leaders. With 4-H citizenship programs, youth learn how to lead, make decisions, and contribute to their communities from an early age.
Healthy Living
Healthy living is just plain smart. That’s why it’s been a core belief of 4-H since the beginning. By supporting the physical, mental, and emotional health of our nation's youth, we help them lead healthy and productive lives into adulthood. Programs address such critical issues as childhood obesity, substance abuse, and physical safety.

17. Power of 4-H Youth Around the World
4-H is not about a specific program in any particular country. It’s about the power of young people to:
Stand up for themselves, for their communities, for their world
Gain a better understanding of who they are and what they want from life
Make better choices and help create change

18. Food production must double by 2050
Why 4H?
Food production must double by 2050
to meet the population growth in developing countries.

19. The farmers feeding the world in 2050
are young people today.

20. Youth in emerging countries:
Live on < $2.00 /day
Face severe
under-employment
Lack food and
water security

21. 4H plays a central role to meet this challenge.
Thank You!!!

22. Appendix
Global 4H Network

23. Africa Pilot
5-Year Goal Create a network that creates sustainable livelihoods and improves economic security for 250,000 African youth ages 6 to 18.

24. 4-H in Africa in 2010
200,000 + young people engaged in the agriculture value chain

25. Africa Pilot Objectives
Identify and share proven practices
Develop Web-based Knowledge Center
Build relationships that enhance
4-H

26. Phase I: Planning and Pilot Tanzania 4-H Program
Initial content available through Web, DVD, print, mobile phones and emerging technologies
Baseline data identified
Number of 4-H clubs, member, and
volunteers
Participation of girls and women
Current input knowledge/use/practice
Local partnerships and collaborators
5-year business plan completed

27. Phase II: Expansion of Network
250,000 youth and 10,000 African 4-H volunteers and staff
Demonstrated increases
Personal income
Female participation in 4-H
Agricultural productivity
Adoption of improved practices

28. “The challenge of transforming agriculture in Africa must be re-framed as transforming agri-business development through youth involvement…..”

29. “…..we must formalize the African 4-H network as a platform to capture young people's interest and abilities”
Dr. Namanga Ngongi,
President, AGRA

30. Expansion of Network Worldwide
Expand network with 4-H partners in Asia, Central and South America and Europe
Bring resources developed and piloted in Africa to scale
Expand group of thought partners to reach global audiences
Connect H programs around the world

31. Thank You!