Standards of Conduct for EMGs
Standards of Conduct for Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
Virginia Extension Master Gardeners will:
- Act in accordance with the policies and guidelines laid out in the Virginia Master
Gardener Handbook.
- Accept supervision and support from the local Virginia Cooperative Extension
Unit Office.
- Accept supervision and support from the Extension Master Gardener (EMG)
State Office.
- Work cooperatively and collaboratively with the local extension agent and/or local
EMG coordinator on VCE locally approved projects and initiatives.
- Present a positive public image that speaks well of the EMG program and its sponsoring
agency, Virginia Cooperative Extension.
- Comply with all applicable policies of Virginia Cooperative Extension, including the
non-discrimination policy, and make all reasonable efforts to reach underrepresented
audiences with EMG programs.
- Maintain and report accurate records relating to training, volunteering, and continuing
education efforts.
- Be respectful and courteous to all others in communications and interactions.
- Actively participate as a positive team member with other individuals within the EMG
program.
- Be aware and respectful of the Virginia Tech Principles of Community.
