May is Mental Health Awareness Month!
Data from the National 4-H Council shows just how important their programs are in improving the health of today’s youth.
Their research shows that 53% of Gen Z reports feelings of loneliness. However, 77% of today’s teens say that out of school programs give them confidence.
That is whre 4-H programs step in.
The organization has launched a new initiative called Beyond Ready, with the goal of empowering ten million young people with the skills, resilence, and confidence they need to thrive.
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