youth development
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Stories like Mackenzie’s show how powerful a caring adult can be in a young person’s life. Research proves it too. Youth with supportive mentors often do better in school, feel more confident, and dream bigger about their future (Raposa et al., 2019). These gains may seem small on paper, but in real life they mean…
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Heather Haines, 4-H Agent, UGA Extension Forsyth County We believe every young person in 4-H has the potential to achieve something incredible. With the right support, hands-on learning, and a little encouragement, kids can tackle big challenges and chase their dreams. But today’s youth are facing hurdles inside and outside of the classroom. Anxiety and…
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