Findings of 4-H Impact Studies in Six Western States

Authors

• Brenda S. Seevers, New Mexico State UniversityFollow
• Frank Hodnett, New Mexico State UniversityFollow
• Dawn Van Leeuwen, New Mexico State UniversityFollow

Volume

49

Issue

4

Abstract

Between 2000 and 2007, six western states conducted individual impact studies using public school youth in grades five, seven, and nine. Common areas of study included: risk behaviors, leadership positions held, helping others, close relationships with adults, self-identity, character, self-confidence, and empowerment. The purpose of the study was to illustrate the impact that participating in 4-H had on youth in six western states. Youth who were self-reported members of 4-H were compared to youth who were not members. The data show that participation in the 4-H Youth Development Program made a positive difference in the lives of those surveyed.

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Seevers, B. S., Hodnett, F., & Van Leeuwen, D. (2011). Findings of 4-H Impact Studies in Six Western States. Journal of Extension, 49(4), Article 5. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.49.04.05