Area 4-H member to attend inauguration

WANTAGE — Sussex County 4-H member Joseph Mitchell of Wantage has been selected to attend the 2017 Presidential Inauguration Citizenship Washington Focus Conference.
This event will be held Jan. 17-21 at the National 4-H Youth Conference Center in Chevy Chase, Maryland. The 11 New Jersey delegates and two chaperones will be joining nearly 500 youth and adult participants representing 25 states.
This 4-H citizenship program for youth, ages 14-19 is aimed at enriching young people’s lives by broadening their knowledge and understanding of the executive branch of government as well as developing their role in citizenship through service, civic education, and engagement. Participants will attend workshops; hear speakers; take part in a town hall meeting; and engage in a service project, giving them hands-on opportunities to learn and grow. While at the conference, participants will learn the meaning and importance of the Democratic process; explore the history of the Presidency, the election process, and the role of the press; discover the intricacies of the Executive Branch of Government; and explore careers in politics. They learn and practice skills that will make them better citizens and more successful individuals.
During the week, conference delegates will also have the opportunity to visit memorials, historical sites and museums in Washington, D.C. and experience the Inaugural Day events of the 45th President including the Oath of Office, Presidential Address and Inauguration Parade.
“Attending this conference will provide a unique and excellent opportunity for New Jersey 4-H Members to identify individual citizenship rights and responsibilities; witness government in action; and be part of a historical Presidential event” says Jeannette Rea Keywood, 4-H Agent, Department of 4-H Youth Development, Rutgers University.
“Sussex County 4-H is honored and proud that Joe Mitchell was selected to be part of the New Jersey delegation attending the 2017 Presidential Inauguration Citizenship Washington Focus Conference” says Dave Foord, Sussex County 4-H Senior Program Associate.
Financial assistance for travel and tuition costs was provided by the Sussex County 4-H Teen Council, and the Sussex County 4-H Foundation.