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ISU Extension & Outreach - Region 20 DESCRIPTION CONTACT NAME Patricia Steiner ISU Extension & Outreach - Region 20 serves Des Moines, Henry, Lee and Louisa counties. They work to provide research- based, unbiased information and education to help county citizens make better decisions. EMAIL psteiner@iastate.edu PHONE 319-394-9433 OFFICE ADDRESS 102 W Main Street Mediapolis, IA 52637 Their activities include: the 4-H Program to empower youth to reach their full potential working and learning in partnership with caring adults, Community and Economic Development Workshops conducted with community organizations, individuals and leaders to help develop and implement plans for physical and social community improvements, an Agriculture and Natural Resources program which works to ensure the long term profitability of Iowa agricultural producers and increasing production capacity of the agricultural sector while protecting natural resources, and Human Sciences Programs which promote health and help people access and eat safe, nutritious, and healthy foods. TYPE OF WORK Government Agency, Educational/School COUNTIES Des Moines Henry Lee Louisa HOW TO HELP There are many opportunities for individuals and organizations to work with ISU Extension in Des Moines, Henry, Lee and Louisa counties by participating in one or more of their programs or partnering in other ways. Iowans can find out more information online or contact them with questions or ideas. Page | 331