4-H Projects
Personal Development & Leadership
Developing leadership abilities in young people is essential for personal development and future achievements. Key leadership skills encompass communication, problem-solving, self-awareness, and the capacity to inspire and motivate others. These skills can be nurtured through mentorship, peer interactions, and opportunities to take the lead in diverse situations.
Projects within the Personal Development and Leadership Curriculum are structured to be self-directed. Nevertheless, they are designed to help members develop important skills. Please see below for project information!
Junior Leader (15-21)
As a Junior Leader, members can look forward to gaining a deeper appreciation for collaborating with fellow members and leaders while exploring and sharing your favorite 4-H projects or activities. This experience presents a valuable opportunity for senior members, to learn how to work effectively with others in planning, teaching, and communicating, all while bringing individual visions for 4-H projects, events, or activities to life.
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D.Y.O.T (Do Your Own Thing)
There will always be opportunities for 4-H member’s to learn skills above what is typically offered in any given project.​​​
Do-Your-Own-Thing (or Self-Determined) is an independent 4-H project that invites members to explore activities they are passionate about and develop new skills that are important to them. This project is an excellent way to foster confidence, self-awareness, and new abilities.
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C-A-P (Create-A-Project)
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Have a Unique Project Idea for 4-H PEI?
4-H Leaders or Members often have innovative project ideas that haven't been introduced... yet! This initiative is a leader-directed project aimed at developing a NEW 4-H project or skill that they wish to share with members.
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A form must be completed by the project leader and submitted to your 4-H Specialist before starting the project (please check with your 4-H Specialist before beginning any project work as some exceptions may apply).
Looking Good, Feeling Great
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When you feel great, it shines through in your appearance, and that helps confidence soar. Get inspired and discover your strengths and while this project can be pursued individually, it's definitely more enjoyable when shared with friends or fellow 4-H members.
Explore a variety of topics, including:
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Improving communication skills
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Wardrobe choices
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Skin care techniques
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Aromatherapy
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Yoga practices
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Artistic endeavors
Explore all topics that you believe will support your journey of personal development!
Grandparent Project
Are you ready to have an adventure with a grandparent or an older friend?!
This project provides the opportunity more members to get to know their grandparents a little better and to explore relationship building and intergenerational dynamics.
Learn about empathy, life lessons, communication skills, creativity and problem solving through this invaluable life experience. Gain an appreciation for your elders and what contributions you, and they, can make to the world around you.
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