Savannah Valley District

Barnwell Teens Attend Pinckney Leadership Conference

Shannon Herndon, County Extension 4-H Agent

Eriana James

Tora Stokes and Eriana James were selected to attend the Pinckney Leadership Conference at Clemson University the week of June 16-22, 2024. Both teenagers have participated in Barnwell County 4-H summer programs, including cooking camp, the tomato growing project, and 4-H Day at the State Fair. They also attended Pinckney Leadership Camp.

Tora Stokes

The Pinckney Leadership program is designed for high school students looking to develop their leadership abilities and awareness of civic engagement. Founded after the late Senator Clementa Pinckney, the program aims to set forth the standards and principles valued by Senator Pinckney. We strive to empower students to lead humbly, serve compassionately, and inspire others through integrity.

The 4-H Pinckney Leadership Conference is for rising 9th and 10th-grade students. Two separate week-long sessions are offered during June at Clemson University. The 4-H Pinckney Leadership Camp is a traditional summer camp for rising 7th and 8th-grade students offered during a week in July at Camp Long in Aiken, SC. For more information, visit the 4-H Pinckney Leadership Program page.

Clemson University Cooperative Extension Service offers its programs to people of all ages, regardless of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital or family status, and is an equal opportunity employer.