Expanding the Reach of Extension to Underserved Audiences Through Study Circles in Rural Idaho

Authors

Melissa Cummins, University of IdahoFollow
Barbara Petty, University of IdahoFollow
Lyle Hansen, University of IdahoFollow
Katie Hoffman, University of IdahoFollow
Grace Wittman, University of IdahoFollow

Volume

50

Issue

4

DOI

10.34068/joe.50.04.13

Abstract

Extension educators expanded the reach of their programming to underserved audiences through the implementation of Study Circles in rural Southern Idaho. Study Circles gave educators entry into communities by establishing relationships necessary for long-term change. Study Circle discussions in rural Southern Idaho led to stronger relationships among community members, religious organizations, civic groups, elected officials, youth, ethnic groups, and those of different socio-economic status. The Study Circle tool could be implemented in many venues, including leader's councils, advisory groups, stakeholder meetings, youth/adult partnerships, city and county government, and program development.

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Recommended Citation

Cummins, M., Petty, B., Hansen, L., Hoffman, K., & Wittman, G. (2012). Expanding the Reach of Extension to Underserved Audiences Through Study Circles in Rural Idaho. The Journal of Extension, 50(4), Article 13. https://doi.org/10.34068/joe.50.04.13