Public Speaking

4-H Student Nutrition Advisory Committees4-H SNAC (Student Nutrition Advisory Council) Clubs are student-led 4-H clubs that promote leadership skills that focus on healthy living, nutrition, physical activity, cooking, and public speaking.4-H SNAC Club is a way to integrate positive youth development and…

Youth Leadership Committee Join the HI 4-H Committee!Are you ready to make a difference in your 4-H community? Be part of the HI 4-H Committee and help plan fun countywide social events that bring clubs together! Support key programs like Exhibit Day and Presentation Day, and be part of the team…

You can develop and improve your leadership skills by participating in 4-H projects, meetings and events. All 4-H projects integrate leadership skills such as public speaking, project management, communication, team building, organization and negotiation.

Creative expression includes all the different ways you can express yourself: visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, crafts, and digital arts. Communication is an important skill that all 4-H'ers practice thru public presentations to share what they've learned. 4-H alumni often share how participating…

A 4-H project is a hands-on way for you to find your "spark" - something that you enjoy doing and that interests you.

The University of California 4-H Youth Development Program (California 4-H) is open to all youth ages 5 to 18 in every county in California. California 4-H believes in the power of young people. We see that every child has valuable strengths and real influence to improve the world around us. California 4-H…

Personal Growth projects help you develop your skills in the areas of decision making, communication, leadership, coping with change, and positive self esteem. These are all essential skills to thrive in your work and life. The following are examples of Personal Development projects.

The application process for the UC Master Gardeners of Merced County's 2026 Training Class is now open. Any Merced County adult resident with an interest in horticulture (plants, lawns, trees, vegetables and more) and public service are encouraged to apply for the Master Gardener Program.

Each county in the UCCE Central Sierra Multi-County Partnership (MCP) offers a variety of youth development experiences. To find out what is going on in your 4-H community, locate your county below. For information about youth and adult membership opportunities, see Joining 4-H.

Santa Barbara County 4-H club officers lead meetings, build leadership skills, and follow election and finance guidelines. Resources and forms available.