4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship and life skills. Through an informal, practical, and experiential learning approach, youth will: learn by doing, set goals, problem solve, make new friends, give back to the community, and build connections with others.

Hot Topics in 4-H Youth Development

Choose from the following list for the latest information, news, articles, and research about youth development.

• Introducing 4-H Youth Development
• Reviewing Youth Development Principles
• Understanding 4-H Youth Development

Interested in Volunteering?

More and more youth need the practical life skills and guidance 4-H offers. 4-H offers adult and youth volunteer opportunities in a variety of subject areas. As a 4-H volunteer, you are supported by Pinellas County/University of Florida Extension 4-H professionals.

Josiah, age 11 attended 4-H Camp Ocala: I learned archery and rocketry; I liked swimming, the cabin, the counselor, the pillow fights, and the good food. I made new friends and learned to get along with others.

Monica, age 17 attended NYLC Service Learning Conference:  I learned new ways to serve through service learning projects and volunteering during workshops and experiences at the conference.