Maine people achieve food security by the ability to access nutritionally adequate and safe food. Maine youth develop the skills to become responsible citizens and effective leaders. Maine youth acquire employable and entrepreneurial skills to achieve personal financial goals. Maine youth treat themselves and each other with respect and help create a safe environment in which to live and grow. Adults and older youth involved in Extension youth programming demonstrate and teach the knowledge and skills necessary to support positive youth development by acting as positive role models and by respecting the needs, rights and dignity of the youth with whom they work.
Maine youth aspire to reach their full potential.
Maine youth acquire knowledge and skills to protect the natural environment and conserve natural resources. Maine youth acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to practice sustainable agriculture. UMCE is a leading organization in Maine parent educator training and is a central access point to research-based materials for supporting parent educators. Adults statewide will support healthy child development and positive parenting skills. Adults and families will engage in positive development and growth-enhancing relationships.