Manitoba 4-H Council release
Are you looking to build and maintain membership in your organization, or wondering how to get youth interested in participating and volunteering in your events?
A video conference workshop for community leaders and volunteers who have an interest in youth is planned for Nov. 23, 2011, from 7 9 p.m. at a number of MAFRI GO Centres in the province.
Presenters Mark Lawson and Meghan Sprung will discuss techniques to help your organization recruit, train and recognize youth. They will share ways to keep youth engaged and involved in your organization. This workshop will include a combination of presentations via video conference, interactive tasks, sharing of ideas and discussion.
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Mark and Meghan share years of experience working with youth in a variety of roles. Both are former 4-H members, who have chosen careers working with youth and youth organizations.
Mark now teaches middle years and works as a guidance counsellor at Balmoral School, while Meghan is employed as a rural leadership specialist with Manitoba Agriculture, Food and Rural Initiatives. Outside of work, the two serve as coaches and mentors to youth in their extracurricular activities.
Mark and Meghan will share their experiences and provide insight into the world of today s youth.
This workshop will be valuable to 4-H leaders, agricultural societies, youth group leaders and community service groups.
There is no cost for this workshop, but pre-registration is encouraged. Call your nearest MAFRI office for workshop locations and registration.
