Psychology
Document Type
Article
Abstract
Black youth in New Orleans experience some of the highest rates of violence in the US. Although Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) is recognized as an effective tool for empowering young people and fostering social change, its application in violence prevention remains an area worthy of further application. This case study presents a YPAR-based program designed to address structural issues, including racism, discrimination, and economic disinvestment, that contribute to youth violence. The Enrichment to Empowerment (E2E) program provides a platform for youth to advocate for systemic change in their communities. This paper offers actionable insights into equity-centered approaches for violence prevention, highlighting the potential for YPAR programs as a strategy for addressing complex, community-driven issues through youth-led initiatives. © The Author(s) 2025.
Publication Title
Prevention Science
Publication Date
2025
ISSN
1389-4986
DOI
10.1007/s11121-025-01869-w
Keywords
Black youth, positive youth development, sociopolitical development, violence prevention, Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR)
Repository Citation
Lugo, Micaiah A.; Stevenson, Rae; DaViera, Andrea L.; Ocasio, Manuel A.; Craft, Timothy; Lewis, Jade; Fujisaki, Ana; Fleckman, Julia; Theall, Katherine P.; and Francois, Samantha, "Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) in Action: a Case Study of Addressing Youth Violence and Social Inequities in New Orleans" (2025). Psychology. 985.
https://commons.clarku.edu/faculty_psychology/985
Creative Commons License
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Copyright Conditions
Lugo, M. A., Stevenson, R., DaViera, A. L., Ocasio, M. A., Craft, T., Lewis, J., ... & Francois, S. (2025). Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) in Action: a Case Study of Addressing Youth Violence and Social Inequities in New Orleans. Prevention Science, 1-12.
