Global & Cultural Education

Helping young people explore, appreciate and value what people next door, across town and around the world have in common and what makes them unique is critically important in society today. The people of this world are an amazing group tied together by many similarities and distinguished by a multitude of wonderful differences. 4-H offers a variety of opportunities for kids and adults to learn more about our global community. 

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• International exchange programs: Preparing for the farewell

  May 16, 2013 | Jan Brinn | When a family opens their home and hearts to a youth in an International exchange program; preparing for the farewell can weigh heavy on the hearts. Here are some suggestions to prepare for the departure.

• In a diverse community, can youth development be based on values?

  April 17, 2013 | Edward Scott | The answer is, “yes.”

• Ubuntu: A South African philosophy that can inspire youth

  April 2, 2013 | Jan Brinn | The South African philosophy of “Ubuntu” could inspire youth as our future leaders in a global world.

• HOT TOPIC4-H provides positive youth development opportunities around the world – Part 2

  March 28, 2013 | Nancy Victorson | The 4-H Global Network is helping youth build skills for life in developing countries in Africa.

• Global education: Building an interest in youth through new foods

  March 24, 2013 | Jan Brinn | Build global education and awareness through engaging youth in a hands-on activity introducing new foods.

• HOT TOPICSequester impacts: A major concern for the education and scientific community

  March 24, 2013 | Melanie Chiodini | The sequesters effect on education and scientific community in relationship to associated research and important humanitarian programming.

• What makes 4-H different from other youth organizations?

  March 15, 2013 | Darren Bagley | There are many organizations serving youth across the United States. What makes 4-H Youth Development different?

• Bok choy: Cooking series A-Z with SSG Sadler - Part 4

  February 25, 2013 | B’Onko Sadler | Bok choy is a versatile vegetable that can be used in many ways.

• Michigan 4-H Japanese Exchange Program: What is Labo?

  February 19, 2013 | Jan Brinn | Many individuals ask “What is Labo?” The World of Labo and the Michigan 4-H Japanese Exchange Program.

• Beets: Cooking series A-Z with SSG Sadler - Part 3

  February 18, 2013 | B’Onko Sadler | What do you know about the root vegetable, beets?

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