relevant research
Several participatory action research projects are underway related to Stand Up! Help Out!, its impact on the youth and community, and the experiences and goals of the participatory youth. Please contact Professor Katherine Tyson McCrea if you would like further information aout research in progress or if you would like to participate on the research team.
Program leader Publications
- Coffman, E. (2009). "Documentary and Collaboration: Placing the Camera in the Community." Journal and Film and Video 61(1): 62-78.
- Bulanda, J. J. (2008). "Real Talk: Findings from a Youth-led Evaluation of an After School Leadership Development Program." Ph.D. Dissertation submitted to the School of Social Work. Chicago, Loyoal University Chicago.
Links to Related Readings
About After School Youth Programs
- The Impact of After-School Programs That Promote Personal and Social Skills
- Engaging Older Youth
- After School Matters
About Self-Determination Theory
focusing on youth's strengths, and developmental trauma
- Self-Determination Theory
- Authentic Happiness
- Your Baby Is Smarter Than You Think
- Garbarino, J. (1999). What children can tell us about living with violence. Madison, CT, US: International Universities Press, Inc.
- Seligman, M., T. Steen, N. Park and C. Peterson. (2005). "Positive psychology progress: Empirical validation of interventions." American Psychologist 60(5): 410-421.