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Race, community, and doing sociology.
1Faculty of Education, York University, Toronto, Canada.
Summary
Longitudinal studies examining the educational experiences of Black youth are crucial. A community-referenced approach helps document their complex lives and social contexts for improved outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Sociology of Education
- Youth Studies
- Racial and Ethnic Studies
Background:
- Black youth often face unsatisfactory schooling experiences impacting their educational trajectory and social outcomes.
- Sociological research needs to address persistent questions regarding evidence to support Black youth's success.
- Previous studies require building upon to effectively understand and support this demographic.
Purpose of the Study:
- To reflect on the use of sociological research in documenting the experiences of Black youth.
- To build on prior studies by employing a longitudinal, community-referenced approach.
- To advocate for sociological contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) initiatives for Black communities.
Main Methods:
- Longitudinal study design, following participants from adolescence to adulthood.
- Community-referenced approach, considering participants' relationships within community, family, and peer networks.
- Qualitative documentation of experiences, imaginations, and ambitions.
Main Results:
- Following participants over time and within their social contexts effectively documents their diverse experiences.
- A longitudinal, community-referenced framework is best suited to capture the complexity of Black youth's lives.
- Sociological research can illuminate the social, cultural, educational, economic, and political contexts navigated by Black youth.
Conclusions:
- Longitudinal studies with a community-referenced approach are essential for understanding and supporting Black youth.
- Sociology can advance education and action for Black people, contributing to the realization of multiculturalism's equity promises.
- Further evidence is needed to effectively address educational disparities and improve social outcomes for Black youth.
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