Children, Youth and Family Development Young people benefit from the leadership and life skills taught through University Outreach and Extension's 4-H youth development program. The program works in partnership with others, including U.S. Housing and Urban Development and the University of Missouri Kansas City.
Many issues affect the quality of life for families and individuals.
Help citizens create coordinated, family-focused programs to reduce substance abuse, family violence, child abuse, teen pregnancy and high school dropout rates. Provide expertise to improve the quality of child care, including care for children before and after school. Provide training for parents and child care providers in nutrition and wellness.