Youth & Diversity

The face of the United States and its workplace is changing. A growing number of neighborhoods and communities contain a complex mix of races, cultures, languages, and religious affiliations. At the same time, the widening gap between the rich and the underprivileged is creating greater social class diversity. In addition, the U.S. population includes more than 43 million people with physical and mental challenges.

For these reasons, today’s youth and adults are more likely to face the challenges of interacting and working with people different from themselves. The ability to relate well to all types of people in the workplace is a leadership skill that is becoming increasingly important. Understanding, accepting, and valuing diverse backgrounds can help young people and adults to thrive in this ever-changing society and in our global world.

Learning about diversity can be fun. Visit the following pages for diversity-related materials and resources:

• 4-H Curricula by Subject Area: International and Diversity
• Guide to African American Culture
• Pennsylvania 4-H Interstate Exchange (416k PDF)

International & Diversity Curricula

Global Connections: Experiences with an international focus introduce youth to the wider world.

• F0255C ...And My World... Leader's Guide Unit 1
• F0260C ...And My World... Leader's Guide Unit 2