The NCERA Research Team meets annually in a hybrid format to build a yearlong work plan. Virtual meetings occur monthly to operationalize the workplan and identify opportunities to collaborate and share resources. Current participants include:
- Chris Anderson, University of Maryland
- Matthew Calvert, University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Mary Emery, University of Nebraska
- Steve Henness, University of Missouri
- Neil Klemme, University of Wisconsin-Madison, Research Team Chairperson
- Jacquie Lonning, University of Minnesota
- Keith Nathaniel, University of California
New members interested in exploring the positive connections between youth and communities are welcome! Click the “Join Us” button below, or contact the committee chairperson directly.
Social capital team members pose with “the Fonz” at their annual meeting held in Milwaukee, June 2019. 
The social capital research team was joined by Dr. Mary Arnold, to discuss connections to the 4-H Thrive Model, during their annual retreat in Portland, Maine, June 2018. 
Social capital team members pose following a presentation at the National 4-H Conference, April 2019