WHEREAS, the profession of youth development

1. focuses upon factors that influence the physical, social and psychological development of youth;
   
2. has an interdisciplinary knowledge base which includes such areas as eduction, human development, sociology and the sciences;
   
3. has as its objective to strengthen the knowledge, skills and attitudes of youth which help them meet their personal needs and the needs of society and

WHEREAS, the 4-H professional is one who

1. practices the profession of youth development through an educator/manager role;
   
2. involves youth and/or adults in designing informal learning experiences which contribute to youth development
   
3. makes informed decisions related to educational processes, management, and human development;