4-H Military Liaisons...4-H's Link to Military Programs

To coordinate statewide 4-H military efforts, State 4-H Leaders have designated a 4-H Youth Development professional to serve as a liaison between Army, Air Force and Navy installations, National Guard and Reserve Units, county 4-H staff, state Extension administration, and National 4-H Headquarters. These State 4-H Military Liaisons are the official point of contact for all 4-H military programs and issues in their state.

4-H Military Liaisons coordinate support to 4-H clubs on and off military installations that serve military youth. Liaisons coordinate efforts in support programs such as Operation: Military Kids as well as educating university staff and citizens to the unique challenges faced by military children. 4-H Military Liaisons in Maryland, Arizona, Florida, and Hawaii have developed partnerships to sponsor 4-H clubs on overseas installations. These overseas 4-H members are part of the host state 4-H program and have access to conferences, recognition and other opportunities. The states recognize these youth in their State 4-H programs.

For a list of 4-H Military Liaisons, click the link below.

State 4-H Military Liaisons -June 2010