Identifying youth
Expanding on state 4-H policies 4.6/12.4.1
When posting a photo of a youth in a public space, such as a press release or on a website, make every attempt to use the first or last name, not both, of the youth, in conjunction with the picture. For virtual contests or virtual meetings that might include screenshots, ask that youth change their visible name to not include both first and last names before taking screenshots.
Adding projects not offered by Primary 4-H Club
Expanding on state 4-H policy 4.3
A member who wishes to enroll in a project that is not offered by their primary club may do so by (1) enrolling in a secondary club that offers that project, and the member must meet all requirements outlined by that club; or (2) the member may enroll in the project if they have approval from their primary club leader and they do the following:
- The 4-H member must be enrolled in a primary club, and they must enroll in the project in 4-H Online. 4-H staff can guide members in enrolling in projects not found in their primary club profile.
- Members must follow rules and guidelines created by the program that contains the project they are enrolling in. This includes event and activity participation, meeting attendance requirements, fair requirements, and safety rules.
Exception:
This participation method is not available for animal projects, shooting sports, and food preservation. Some other higher-risk projects may also require enrollment in a club offering the project. Please contact 4-H staff.
Note: Some project may not allow fair entry if the member is not enrolled in a club that offers the project.
Inactive Volunteer Returns
Expanding on state 4-H policy 7.5
A volunteer who has been inactive (no approved enrollment) for three consecutive years will be asked to review all missed Annual Volunteer Updates, covering changes in policy and programming since their last active 4-H year. Additional training or review may also be required.