In June 2022, the Association of Northeast Extension Directors (NEED) set advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in Extension as its year-long regional priority. NEED’s goal was to ultimately increase Northeast Extension expertise in diversity, equity, and inclusion; build regional capacity; provide individual professional development; cultivate culturally competent leaders; and improve community-based programs.
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NEED develops joint 2023 Farm Bill priorities with Northeast Secretaries of Agriculture
The Association of Northeast Extension Directors (NEED) worked with the Northeast Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NEASDA), a subsection of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA), to develop the following recommendations and considerations for the 2023 Farm Bill. These were created with the hope that the 2023 Farm Bill will strengthen […]
Read moreNortheast Extension supports thousands of adults, youth with workforce development training programs
Did you know that Cooperative Extension provides a robust portfolio of workforce development programs, training, and certifications? Check out the impact of these programs!
Read moreRegional Rural Development Centers release findings from national listening sessions
Congratulations 2022 Northeast Extension Awards Winners!
Invitation: Northeast Ecosystem Services and Markets Listening Sessions [10/17 & 10/19]
We are seeking a broad audience to discuss the prospect of using ecosystem services and incentive programs to bolster working lands in the northeast.
Read moreCongratulations Kathleen Splane! Winner of the 2022 Northeast Exceptional Local Educator Award.
NEED sponsors the 2022 International Workshop on Agritourism
