Get Involved
Virginia Cooperative Extension relies on volunteers to accomplish its mission. We believe that active citizen involvement in our programs makes a difference in our success. The work of volunteers at the local level helps us leverage our paid faculty and staff resources into a much greater impact for the people of Virginia.
There are many ways you can get involved with us. If you are interested in volunteering, please contact us and we will be happy to discuss available opportunities.
Extension Leadership Council
The primary way for us to facilitate community participation in Extension education is through a representative group known as an Extension Leadership Council (ELC). Members of the Albemarle ELC participate in the following ways:
- Identify community problems, issues, and concerns which Extension can and should address, and prioritize according to need and available resources.
- Assess current programs and activities to decide which ones should be continued, eliminated, or modified in order to more effectively address the needs of the community.
- Monitor program efforts and make adjustments when needed.
- Report program results, issues, and concerns to the appropriate group (i.e., area planning group, State Extension Council, funding sources, community members, etc.).
- Be an advocate for Extension, our programs, and the results of our programs.
If you are interested in joining the Albemarle ELC, please contact us.