Perspectives on Place-Based Local Leadership Programs: Fostering Leadership and Community Attachment in Youths

Authors

• John Trevor M. Corboy, Ohio State University
• Laura A. Warner, University of Florida
• Matt Benge, University of Florida

Volume

57

Issue

4

DOI

10.34068/joe.57.04.25

Abstract

Leadership development, service learning, place-based education, and economic revitalization are topics relevant to Extension. We performed an evaluation to determine whether a place-based leadership program in Clermont County, Ohio, helps students develop leadership skills and encourages their return to the community. Program evaluation data collected via a web-based survey indicated that 80% of youths planned to return to the area to live and work, an action that would contribute to revitalization of the community. Extension professionals can use findings from our evaluation as a basis for improving existing programs, structuring new youth leadership initiatives, and communicating the value of place-based youth leadership programs to stakeholders.

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Recommended Citation

Corboy, J. T., Warner, L. A., & Benge, M. (2019). Perspectives on Place-Based Local Leadership Programs: Fostering Leadership and Community Attachment in Youths. Journal of Extension, 57(4), Article 25. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.57.04.25