Delaware County Youth Attend 4-H Voices at the Capitol

Youth from Delaware County recently joined 4-H members from across Iowa for 4-H Voices at the Capitol, a leadership and civic engagement event that connects young people with state lawmakers and offers firsthand experience with the legislative process.

Logan Voelker and Karl Zumbach, both members of the Milo Livestock 4-H Club, traveled with Extension council member Roger Helmrichs from Delaware County for the annual event. They met with legislators from across the region to share how 4-H has shaped their leadership, confidence, and involvement in agriculture, STEM, and community service.

The day included hearing from two 4-H members who are pages at the Capitol this year, guidance on communicating with elected officials, and opportunities for youth to share their personal 4-H stories, highlighting the impact of Extension programs in communities across the state.

Extension and 4-H Voices at the Capitol also showcased innovative work happening statewide in agriculture, STEM, and leadership — reinforcing how Iowa 4-H prepares young people to contribute to their communities and future careers.

The event was sponsored by the Iowa Extension Council Association and ISU Extension and Outreach with support from the Iowa 4-H Foundation and the Iowa Pork Producers Association.

photo courtesy of ISU Extension