Planting Seeds Family Enrichment Program: Serving Rural Immigrant Hispanic Families and Their Youth in Eastern North Carolina

Key Points

• This program aims to strengthen immigrant Hispanic families and youth in rural North Carolina through family enrichment activities.
• Qualitative methods were used to evaluate the program.
• Participants included immigrant Hispanic families and their youth who engaged in the program's activities.
• Focus areas included leadership, community skills, and wellness.
• Participants showed improvement in family cohesion and community engagement.
• Youth developed leadership skills and a sense of belonging in their community.
• Recommendations were made for Extension professionals to better serve Hispanic families.