Association of Northeast Extension Directors
Supporting an effective Cooperative Extension System through leadership collaboration.
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.
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
- 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 funding… 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 to… Read more: Congratulations Jiff Martin, winner of the 2023 Northeast ECOP Excellence in Extension Award
- NEED welcomes Dr. Lisa Townson (URI) as Board ChairDr. Bill Miller (University of Massachusetts Amherst) passed leadership of… Read more: NEED welcomes Dr. Lisa Townson (URI) as Board Chair
How can we help?
NEED can connect you to extension wherever you live.