Building community preparedness and resilience through research-based education on natural and man-made hazards including mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.

Programs

• Hazard Webinar Series: Disaster education programming is provided virtually to both the public and extension agents in partnership with the KSU Disaster Educator. The webinar series explains what to do before, during, and after a variety of natural and man-made hazards.

• CALKY Preparedness Workshops: In-person and virtual disaster education programming is provided in partnership with the Center for Accessible Living of Kentucky (CALKY), Norton Healthcare, the Louisville Department of Health, and the KSU State Specialist for Disaster Health and Wellness. The program explains what to do before, during, and after a variety of natural and man-made hazards.

Publications

• Monthly CRD Disaster Preparedness Tip Sheets
  
  • January
  • February: Canned Food Preparedness
  • March: Flood Preparedness
  • April: Family Preparedness Plan
  • May: Extreme Heat Preparedness
  • June
  • July
    • Lightning Preparedness
    • The Dangers of Leaving Kids/Pets in Parked Cars
  • August
    • Heat Preparedness for Farmworkers
    • Heat-Related Illnesses in Sports
  • September: National Preparedness Month
  • October
    • General Home Preparedness Tips
    • Home Fire Preparedness
  • November: Home Fire Preparedness
  • December: Online Safety Preparedness

Strengthening community and public health systems through education, technical assistance, and partner connections to boost health and wellbeing, increase personal and community disaster preparedness, resilience, and recovery, and to promote workplace well-being.

Providing hands-on nutrition education and cooking demonstrations that make healthy eating practical, affordable, and culturally relevant for individuals and families across the lifespan.

Supporting agricultural entrepreneurs through education, technical assistance, and partner connections related to business planning, marketing, finance, diversification, and access to capital.

Programs

• Kentucky Agribuisiness Library (Coming soon!)
  
• Urban Farm Buisness Series
• Urban Growers Program (Louisville, KY)
• Junior Achievement of Kentuckiana: "Urban Ag Discovery Center"

Publications

• Entrepreneurship in Agriculture Program Flyer

Providing education and technical assistance on heirs’ property, estate planning, land retention, and building generational wealth through asset management and business development.

Programs

• Navigating Land Records: Learn to utilize electronic land records, identify heirs to clear title, monitor title fraud, and learn about delinquent tax sales. This program is open to community stakeholders, heirs' property owners, extension personnel or anyone that wants to address heirs' property issues.

Publications

• Protect Your Legacy Crossword Puzzle
• Protect Your Legacy Activities
• Land Retention Discussion Cards
• Rating Your Advisory Team

Strengthening community and organizational capacity through leadership development, facilitation, civic engagement, and skill-building programs.

Programs

• Kentucky Community Leadership Programs Network (KCLPN)

Publications

• A Toolkit for Planning Community Leadership Development Programs (Virtual)

Building individual and community capacity through education focused on financial readiness, safe job searching, and essential workplace skills to support long-term economic and career success.

Programs

• Scam-Safe & Money-Ready: A workforce and financial literacy workshop designed to help individuals recognize and avoid common job, financial, and online scams. This workshop serves job seekers, workforce participants, and community members who may be vulnerable to fraud or financial instability. Participants learn how to identify red flags in job postings, emails, texts, and financial offers while gaining practical strategies for protecting personal information and income. The workshop also covers reporting fraud, preparing for unexpected financial emergencies, and building confidence in making safer financial decisions. Open to all age groups and can be conducted virtually or in person. Stand alone or combined with Smart Job Searching in the Age of AI and Scams as part of a program series.
• Smart Job Searching in the Age of AI and Scams: A career readiness workshop that equips participants with the skills needed to navigate today’s technology-driven job market safely and effectively. The workshop serves job seekers of all experience levels, particularly individuals re-entering the workforce or seeking guidance with modern hiring practices. Participants explore reputable job search platforms, learn how to identify and avoid employment scams, and gain insight into how employers use artificial intelligence during recruitment and hiring. The workshop also introduces responsible ways to use AI tools to strengthen resumes, applications, and job search strategies. Open to all age groups and can be conducted virtually or in person. Stand alone or combined with Scam-Safe & Money-Ready as part of a program series.

• Personal Finance & Financial Decision-Making Workshops: Educational sessions focused on helping individuals build practical money management skills and long-term financial confidence. These workshops serve individuals and families seeking to improve their financial literacy and make informed financial choices in everyday life. Participants engage in discussions and activities related to budgeting, saving, understanding credit, and managing financial responsibilities. The workshops provide accessible, real-world guidance that supports financial stability, goal setting, and stronger financial decision-making habits.

Publications

• Tip Sheet: Job Training and Career Advancement in Kentucky
• Consejos: Capacitación Laboral y Avance Profesional en Kentucky
• Tip Sheet: Understanding Personal Finance: Budgeting, Saving, & Credit
• Employability Skills: What You Need to Succeed

Offering research-based education and technical assistance in urban horticulture, soil health, plant health management, and sustainable crop production for small-scale and community-based growers.

Programs

• Home Grower Support Program

Strengthening local food systems by supporting urban growers, food entrepreneurs, and community partners focused on sustainable production, food access, and market development.

Programs

Urban Growers Program (Louisville): The Urban Growers Program is a hands-on training and support initiative that helps aspiring and beginning growers build skills in sustainable food production, business development, and local market access. Through workshops, mentorship, and real-world learning experiences, participants gain the knowledge and resources needed to grow, sell, and share food within their communities. The program also fosters a strong network of growers working together to strengthen local food systems and improve food access.

Providing education and technical assistance in controlled environment agriculture, including hydroponics, aquaponics, aeroponics, and greenhouse and high-tunnel systems.

Programs

• Freight Farms at the Benson Farm: This program offers workshops, demonstrations, and technical assistance in soilless systems to students, urban growers, and extension professionals, strengthening technical capacity in modern agricultural systems.
• Grow CEA Initiative: This program offers workshops, demonstrations, and technical assistance in soilless systems to students, urban growers, and extension professionals, strengthening technical capacity in modern agricultural systems.

Publications

• Controlled Environment Agriculture Flyer