4-H World Citizenship Project - Overview

What happens in other countries and on other continents affects each of us in some way. The world's collective survival depends on awareness of the world and its peoples. The 4-H World Citizenship project provides opportunities for hands-on learning activities and international exchange experiences that develop awareness of the world and its peoples.

4-H Club/Group Based Activities

World Citizenship projects encourage youth and adults to look at how interdependent we are with all countries and peoples around the world.

Additional information and activity sheets.

4-H International Exchange Programs

The Oregon 4-H Program provides opportunities for teens and young adults to travel to other countries as participants in host-family based exchange programs. In addition, Oregon hosts young people from other countries for stays ranging from 2 weeks to 10 months.  Countries currently involved include: Australia, Costa Rica, Japan, and Norway.

Complete information on all exchange programs.                                  

Youth and Young Adults in Action

All youth and young adults interested in participating in an international experience through the Oregon 4-H Youth Development Program are eligible to apply for scholarships available through the Oregon 4-H Foundation. If awarded a scholarship, the delegate must agree to fulfill certain requirements that vary depending on the level of funding received. While each participants experience is different, the stories and reports they have written should help to provide an idea of what life was like in their host country while they were there. This material also gives insights into what each gained through the experience.

Enjoy the reports and photos.

Resource Materials for Staff and Volunteers

Resource materials have been developed for staff and volunteers in counties involved in international programs.

Additional information and resource materials.