Illinois 4-H

Issue

Organizations lack leaders skilled in strategic planning, change management, idea sharing, listening, and emotional intelligence. This skill and knowledge gap impacts all industries.

Action

For many 4-H members, the leadership path starts in their local club, and youth gain speed in their leadership journey after attending one of the many Illinois 4-H camps and conferences. The conferences are diverse in their training and appeal. The fundamental 4-H ideal of “learn by doing” encourages youth to experiment, innovate, and think independently.

Impact

Illinois 4-H improves youth life skills, such as communicating, decision making, and goal setting.