January 6, 2026
Oklahoma Conference on Volunteerism
Oklahoma will host its inaugural Oklahoma Conference on Volunteerism, a biennial event designed for Extension staff and volunteers in all program areas, including Agriculture, Family & Consumer Sciences, and Youth Development, as well as Master Gardeners, Master FCS Volunteers, and 4-H Volunteers. The mission is “to empower and equip Extension volunteers and educators to serve our communities together.”
Oklahoma has invited Kansas not only to participate in this conference on June 26-27, 2026, but also to submit proposals for the conference. They are accepting proposals for a presentation, poster, or funshop that supports this mission and strengthens volunteer engagement. Sessions can:
- Address one or more of six competencies needed by staff and volunteers:
Facilitation, Communication, Active Listening, Relationship-Building, Conflict Resolution, Program Planning & Evaluation - Cover program content relevant to Extension work
- Or blend competencies with program content for maximum impact
We especially value sessions that highlight volunteers and educators working together to make a community impact!
Proposal Deadline: January 16, 2026
To help you prepare, the submission rubric can be found at https://www.kansas4-h.org/resources/Tip-Sheet-12-2025-ProposalRubric.pdf.
Thank you for considering this opportunity to share your expertise and contribute to the success of our inaugural conference.
For more information and to submit a proposal, visit https://extension.okstate.edu/events/ok-volunteerism/.