Connect, Discover, Action NUEL North Central Region Network Conference is Going Virtual! May 18-19, 2020 The NCR Network Conference was held via Zoom on May 18 and 19 and featured many of the same presenters that were scheduled to be in Madison. This decision was made in an effort to keep all participants safe and healthy as COVID-19 continues to spread globally and have dynamic impacts on our families and communities. The virtual sessions will be offered on May 18-19, 2020. The same dates...

If you have not yet, please join NUEL for the first NUEL Subgroup Virtual Chat on Friday, May 13 at 12:00 PM EST . This 1-hour virtual chat will focus on Reimagining Our Future…Together with Urban Extension Leaders . During this time, all Extension professionals are welcome to join the virtual chat as we discuss the strengths and areas for growth in urban Extension, building for success in the future, and working together to advance communications, education, and outreach efforts. A link to...

University of Maryland Extension is seeking to fill two (2) 4-H Youth Development Educator positions, with one position at each of the following county Extension office locations: Montgomery County (Position 103437) - This Office is located in Derwood, Maryland, and provides programming to the Central Maryland Cluster, which includes Montgomery County. Prince George’s County (Position 103358) - This office is located in Clinton, Maryland, and provides programming to Prince George’s County...

This is a permanent, full-time, 12-month, career track continuous or tenured/tenure-track Associate Professor or Professor faculty position (depending on background), with a negotiable location based in Washington State. CAHNRS seeks a candidate to provide leadership to the statewide Youth and Families Program Unit of approximately 23 faculty and 63 staff conducting applied research and programming related to nutrition and food safety; individual and family development; and health, wellness,...

Helping Youth Thrive + Equity 4-H has made a bold commitment to youth across the country: to reflect the population demographics, vulnerable populations, diverse needs and social conditions of the country and to help close the opportunity gap for marginalized youth and communities to fully thrive. Making good on these promises requires that all those working with 4-H youth critically analyze current programs and deliver 4-H programs through an equity lens. Explore the latest fact sheets...

Southern Region NUEL will again host quarterly Zoom meetings during 2022-23. In addition to communicating the latest NUEL information and updates, these virtual meetings are opportunities for professional development and theme-based program sharing. The dates and themes for 2022-23 are listed below. All times are 1-2:30 p.m. eastern time. August 12, 2022 – Strengthening Communities https://uky.zoom.us/j/84227939510 November 11, 2022 – Protecting the Environment...

Oregon State University and the Division of Extension and Engagement are seeking applications for a Positive Youth Development Research Coordinator. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position. View the Posting: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/120964 The focus of this position is the 4-H Thriving Model in Oregon. The anticipated appointment period of this professional position is through December 31, 2024. Extending of employment past that date is dependent...

Biography Nicole D. Debose, MPA, MHA Area Leader – OSU Extension, Cuyahoga County Nicole holds a Bachelor of Arts in Urban Planning, Design and Development, a Master’s in Public Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management, and a Master’s in Healthcare Administration with a concentration in Informatics. Nicole joined OSU Extension in 2015 as the Cuyahoga County Extension Director in Cleveland, OH. Prior to joining OSU Extension, Nicole worked for Cuyahoga County Health and...

2022 National Urban Extension Conference Hosted by Rutgers Offered Opportunity to Inspire and Reconnect JUNE 28, 2022 BY OFFICE OF COMMUNICATIONS Attendees at 2022 NUEC networking and connecting. Photo: Avi Steinhardt The National Urban Extension Leaders (NUEL) presented the 2022 National Urban Extension Conference in Camden, NJ, on May 23 -26. The conference, hosted by Rutgers Cooperative Extension and held at the Rutgers Camden Campus Center, attracted 300 participants from over 85...

This series is being offered by the Immigrant and Refugee Youth Champions which is sponsored by the Access, Equity and Belonging Committee of the National 4-H Program Leaders Group. You can register for the series at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VVIt2QcSrzAea8Er4wLUw2u8_1PZyiTw/view?usp=sharing Topics to be discussed during the series includes: 8/11 History of U.S. Immigration and Current Status 8/25 Social Conditions common to youth and families with immigrant backgrounds 9/15 Marketing...

The National Urban Extension Leaders Steering Committee will meet December 5-7. If you would like to learn more but are unable to attend in person please utilize the Zoom link below: https://msu.zoom.us/j/625290736

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https://4-h.org/programs/4-h-youth-in-action-program/ The 2024 deadline to apply for National 4-H Youth in Action is March 27. This is a chance to win a $5,000 scholarship for 2-year or 4-year programs, plus a lot of other prizes for winners, so it’s kind of a big deal.

For the 10th year, the world can watch chickens hatch via the Oregon State University Extension Service livestream. Go to: https://extension.oregonstate.edu/watch-chicks-hatching-osu-extensions-webcam?utm_source=OSU_Today&utm_medium=News&utm_campaign=Chicks_Hatching&utm_term=&utm_content=Mar_2023 The livestream started recently and will document the chicks as they hatch. The cameras will remain on until March 16. The expected hatch date is March 14. Faculty and staff at the...

Natural Resources Conservation Service (NCRS) has created an outreach opportunity in collaboration with partners to expand conservation assistance to historically underserved producers and underserved communities and to provide opportunities for students to pursue careers in agriculture, natural resources, and related sciences. The following is a list of priority areas that NRCS will consider. Addressing local natural resource issues, promoting potential conservation career opportunities,...

Good Day Everyone The planning committee for the Southern Region and 1890’s Institutions is excited to release the official Call for Presentations for our National Urban Extension Leaders - Regional Conference in Houston, TX August 8-10, 2023. Our theme will be “Vibrant Southern Cities – Reaching for the Stars” and will be held at: Houston Marriott West Loop by the Galleria 1750 West Loop South Houston, TX 77027 The conference will serve as a platform to share the great work happening around...

Greetings and Happy Spring to my Extension colleagues working in Urban Communities across the Country! I serve as Chair for the National Urban Extension Leaders Steering Committee. I am the County Extension Director in Wake County, Raleigh, North Carolina – a rapidly growing urban community home to NC State University. During my 30 years with Wake County Cooperative Extension, I have also served as a 4-H Program Assistant directly supporting justice involved youth, the Wake County 4-H Agent...

May 15 th is the deadline for workshop proposals and awards for the Southern Region/ 1890’s NUEL Regional Conference. In addition, registration for the conference and hotel is also open. Please use the link below to go to the registration site for the 2023 NUEL SR & 1890’s Conference in Houston. https://agriliferegister.tamu.edu/ereg/index.php?eventid=749815&

Three individuals were recognized at the Southern and 1890s Regional NUEL Conference, Aug 8-10 in Houston, TX. Regional Team Innovation Awards. These awards are unique to our regions. The purpose of the NUEL Innovator Award is to recognize individuals and teams whose programming incorporates adaptation, innovation, impact, and commitment to urban communities. An innovative program could be one that adapts an existing successful program to the needs of an urban audience or could be a...

Dr. Durriyyah R. Kemp, Assistant Director for University of Illinois Cooperative Extension, received the North Central Urban Extension Leadership Award at the Regional NUEL Conference hosted at the University of Wisconsin – Madison June 7-9, 2023. This recognition is awarded to Extension Leaders who have made exceptional contributions to Urban Extension. Recipients have demonstrated success with programming and/or administration within the Cooperative Extension Service, specifically within...

The NUEC 2024 Conference Team invites you to submit proposals for the upcoming conference which will be held in Nashville, TN, May 28-31, 2024. We seek proposals that share impactful programming in one of these five focus tracks: Strengthening Communities Protecting the Environment Improving Our Health Enriching Youth Feeding the Future : Local food systems and networks In addition to these five programmatic focus tracks, we will also host a Leading Edge Dialogue administrative track . The...

The NUEC 2024 Conference Team wants to remind you to submit your proposal for the upcoming conference which will be held in Nashville, TN from May 28-31, 2024. The abstract submission portal will be open through December 1 , so there's still lots of time left to polish up that abstract you've been thinking about! Proposals will be accepted in any of the five focus tracks: Strengthening Communities, Protecting the Environment, Improving Our Health, Enriching Youth, and Feeding the Future :...

Interest in keeping backyard poultry for personal and family food security has steadily increased over the past decade. Many cities and municipalities require a certificate for residents to keep backyard poultry. Increased numbers of youth are raising chickens and turkeys for 4-H livestock projects. Maybe you just want to learn more about the keeping of a backyard flocks. Whatever your reason, OSU Extension has you covered with this Backyard Poultry Certification Course that discusses...

Greetings and Happy Holidays to my colleagues and to Extension Directors around the country. I am writing to share a few brief updates as NUEL is working to our momentum and address the needs of our Extension system working to remain relevant, responsive, and recognized in our urban communities. The NUEL Steering Committee held our latest Bi-Annual Face to Face meeting in New Orleans, LA, December 6-8, 2023 . Special thanks to Anthony Tuggle and the Tennessee Extension System for their...

For decades, urban farms and community gardens have helped meet demand for fresh and local produce. Urban farming creatively utilizes limited space, conserves land and transforms vacant lots or buildings into productive greenspaces. Farming in cities can be a rewarding way for communities to grow healthy food while receiving a wide range of other interrelated environmental, economic and social benefits. SARE Outreach’s newest bulletin, Best Practices for the Sustainable Urban Farm , outlines...

It's fantastic to see the University of Maryland Extension seeking talented individuals for their 4-H Youth Development Educator positions. These roles play a crucial part in nurturing youth potential and fostering community engagement. Utilizing press release distribution can amplify the visibility of such opportunities, attracting qualified candidates and enhancing the institution's online presence . By leveraging PR submission, the University can ensure that these positions reach a wider...

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The annual Joint Council of Extension Professionals (JCEP) Public Issues Leadership Development (PILD) conference will be held next week in Virginia. The theme of Year-Round Advocacy is important to all Extension professionals across all program areas and recognizes Extension’s ongoing ability to connect national, regional, and local advocates to meet the challenges of economic development, youth and adult programming, and emerging issues to strengthen and empower local communities and...