KYSU's Cooperative Extension Program operates under 7 core values: Accountability, Inclusion, Integrity, Partnerships/Collaborations, Service, Relevant, Research-based
KYSU will work to improve the overall health conditions of individuals, families and communities through initiatives promoting healthy lifestyles.
26% of children in the state live below the federal poverty level
41% of Kentucky children live in areas of concentrated poverty
of Kentucky children live in areas of concentrated poverty
KYSU aims to strengthen family relationships and improve family well-being in economically distressed communities in targeted areas of Kentucky. 67%
of assessed Kentucky rivers and streams are deemed impaired due to sediment from erosion and flooding and runoff from fertilizers and pesticides
KYSU will design and implement programming and build relationships with communities and organizations across Kentucky in order to share research-based information about natural resource conservation and environmental protection.
AND 2/3 OF AMERICAN ADULTS ARE OVERWEIGHT OR OBESE
OF AMERICAN ADULTS ARE OVERWEIGHT OR OBESE
KYSU will provide communities with educational programs and resources to promote lifestyle changes.
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