RADIO TRANSCRIPT
January 8, 2026
Nicki Carpenter

Hello, this is Nicki Carpenter with the North Carolina Cooperative Extension, Burke Center.

What is 4-H? It’s more than a club—it’s a community of more than 100 public universities across the nation, delivered by Cooperative Extension, providing experiences where young people learn by doing. For more than 100 years, we have
welcomed youth of all beliefs and backgrounds.

We give kids a voice to express who they are and how they make their lives and
communities better. Through life-changing programs, nearly six million kids and
teens are learning the skills and abilities to be resilient, adaptable, and ready for
work and life.

At 4-H, we believe in the potential of all young people. We believe in developing
youth who are empowered, confident, hard-working, and compassionate. We want our youth to see a world beyond themselves, gaining the life-long skills to succeed in both college and career. We believe every child is valuable and deserves the support and freedom to choose their own path.

By leveraging the power of America’s leading public universities, we practice positive youth development by creating positive learning experiences. We’re not just teaching skills; we’re building determined and responsible leaders.

Join us in empowering the next generation. Believe in the power of young people.
To find a 4-program near you, visit 4-H.org, or you can call our office at 828-764-9480.

Thank you, this has been Nicki Carpenter with the North Carolina Cooperative
Extension- Burke Center.