Association of Northeast Extension Directors
Supporting an effective Cooperative Extension System through leadership collaboration.
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Who we are
NEED is the non-profit professional association where Cooperative Extension Directors and Administrators from the northeast region come together to set priorities, link resources, collaborate on new projects, and support an effective Extension System.
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What we provide
NEED supports Cooperative Extension in the northeast region by convening regional symposium and conferences, connecting experts, providing professional development, and fostering partnerships.
Regional Extension Highlights
- “Northeast Agenda” is a call to action for Extension and Agricultural Experiment StationsNortheast Agenda (Full Version) Northeast Agenda (Executive Summary) The Northeastā¦ Read more: “Northeast Agenda” is a call to action for Extension and Agricultural Experiment Stations
- NEED supports three urban Extension projects; enhancing collaboration for communications, 4-H youth, and fighting food wasteThe Association of Northeast Extension Directors (NEED) has awarded fundingā¦ Read more: NEED supports three urban Extension projects; enhancing collaboration for communications, 4-H youth, and fighting food waste
- Congratulations Jiff Martin, winner of the 2023 Northeast ECOP Excellence in Extension AwardThe Association of Northeast Extension Directors (NEED) is proud toā¦ Read more: Congratulations Jiff Martin, winner of the 2023 Northeast ECOP Excellence in Extension Award
How can we help?
NEED can connect you to extension wherever you live.