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Our 4-H Impact In 2021
Issue
Being an entepreneur is challenging, but being an immigrant entrepreneur is an even greater challenge. Navigating rules, culture differences, and being an 'outsider' in a community can be difficult.
Action
In order for immigrant business owners to feel a sense of belonging, the 4-H Story Project provided opportunities for youth to learn about different cultures while creating a bridge of communication between individuals and communities.
Impact
Youth were able to develop intercultural competencies and practice intercultural communication through meaningful one-on-one interactions.
Youth who experience positive intercultural interactions:
- Are more likely to accept and respect differences in others.
- More willing to work in and support classmates who are different.
- Begin to develop a global community mindset.
- Become more empathetic and flexible.
- Are more open minded.
- Develop intercultural communication skills.
Virtual Farm Tour July 2021
9 Illinois 4-H youth participated in the Virtual farm tour in July of 2021 to share about farm animals and production with youth from other countries!