Judge Crane to sign 4-H Week proclamation this afternoon
HOPE – There will be a National 4-H Week Proclamation Signing on this afternoon, October 3rd, at 3:45 pm at the Hempstead County Courthouse by Judge Crane.
LITTLE ROCK — Since its inception more than 120 years ago, the 4-H youth development organization has prepared participants to be engaged, healthy and productive citizens. From Oct. 7-12 Arkansas 4-H members, leaders and volunteers will celebrate the program during National 4-H Week.
Arkansas 4-H is the largest youth organization in the state, with 7,800 members and more than 600 4-H clubs. Nationally, the program has more than 6 million members. The 2024 theme of National 4-H Week is “Beyond Ready,” which focuses on how the organization is “building a ready generation in a world of change.”
Debbie Nistler, extension assistant vice president for 4-H and youth for the University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture, said Arkansas 4-H is excited to celebrate with programs nationwide.
“4-H has been growing strong, amazing young people for more than 123 years,” Nistler said. “We are excited to continue the tradition in every county across Arkansas. National 4-H Week is a great time to highlight 4-H and the way our program impacts our members.”
To celebrate during the week, Arkansas 4-H’s Facebook and Instagram pages will highlight different program elements, including 4-H mentors, stories of 4-H alumni who’ve used their 4-H skills to achieve workplace success, and local 4-H leaders in their communities.
Breanna Wade, extension program associate for 4-H and youth development for the Division of Agriculture, said she encourages 4-H agents, members and supporters to tag Arkansas 4-H in their social media posts using #BeyondReady and #AR4H.
“By sharing their stories during National 4-H Week, our Arkansas 4-H’ers can contribute to the conversation about how this program has helped them dream bigger and achieve more,” Nistler said.