Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) has appointed Alexa Maille as the critical issue lead for extension programming in the areas of youth and families, effective October 1. This two-year appointment reflects CCE's dedication to addressing the pressing challenges and opportunities for youth and families in the 21st century.  

As critical issue lead, Maille will help strengthen the connections of campus resources with CCE educators and collaborators across the state, helping to ensure that needs are met and effective metrics for educational work are identified and reviewed. Maille will also oversee relevant program planning considerations, including statewide efforts for assessing needs, evaluation strategies, and Federal Capacity Fund proposal reviews. Maille will continue to serve in her role as New York State 4-H youth development program leader at Cornell University's Bronfenbrenner Center for Translational Research.  

Maille brings a wealth of experience and passion to this role. Her background in educational programming and community outreach has been instrumental in creating impactful initiatives that support the growth and development of young people and their families.  

"We are excited to have Alexa Maille step into this crucial role," said Dr. Andy Turner, director of Cornell Cooperative Extension. "Her expertise and commitment will greatly enhance our youth and family education initiatives, enabling us to serve our communities better and make a lasting impact."