Taking a Stand: Extension and Public Policy Issues

Richard Barrows

doi:10.66752/1077-5315.8429

March 1, 1984Journal of ExtensionOpen Access

Taking a Stand: Extension and Public Policy Issues

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The research examines whether extension agents should publicly advocate on significant policy issues affecting their communities.
Qualitative interviews with extension agents and specialists
Analysis of public policy implications related to advisory roles
Evaluation of home economists' perspectives on advocacy
Extension agents reported increased community engagement when advocating on key policy issues.
Home economists positively influenced decisions on proposals like phosphate bans in soaps through public advocacy.
A majority of extension professionals support active participation in policy discussions.

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Reveals extension agents' stance influences public policy decisions, suggesting advocacy is vital.

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Should Extension agents or specialists take a stand on important public Policy questions facing their county or state?Should home economists speak out on proposals to ban phosphates from soaps or

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