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In an effort to reduce rates of intimate partner violence, researchers are exploring the influences and contexts of romantic relationships for Black girls.

Assistant Professor Valerie Adams-Bass answers questions about media engagement by youth, the influence of social media, and what adults can do going forward.

One school in Chicago, guided by UVA youth development researchers, put a new model for approaching challenges in middle schools to the test.

While many mentoring programs paused or ended during the pandemic, UVA’s Young Women Leaders Program refocused and built on their foundation of fostering youth competence, connection, and autonomy.

Retiring education professor Patrick Tolan helped push the study of adolescent development toward a strengths-based perspective.

Emma is from Pierz, Minnesota, and is graduating with a master’s degree in Educational Psychology-Applied Developmental Science.

Emma is from Hampton, Virginia, and is graduating with her bachelor’s degree in Youth and Social Innovation.

Retiring dean Bob Pianta’s career researching teacher-student interactions turned into a key to unlock effective teaching.

This story was originally published in the November issue of Amplify, a publication of the University of Virginia Division for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. It’s never been more critical to...

The way educators frame and approach any learning gaps caused by the pandemic can make a huge difference in the wellbeing of children and youth.