Community based youth programs play a significant role in promoting positive youth identity development outside of the classroom. This can be particularly important for racialized groups such as Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI). Based on ethnographic research conducted at Asian American LEAD, this thesis explores the effect of a five week summer program on AAPI youth identity development. Data collection methods include participant observation, a pre- and post- survey, and semi-structured interviews with staff, participants, and program alumni. The research findings highlight how ethnic and racial identity development is fostered through the creation of safe spaces, shared struggles with peers and staff, and recognition of one's AAPI identity.
| Identifer | oai:union.ndltd.org:unt.edu/info:ark/67531/metadc2137637 |
| Date | 05 1900 |
| Creators | Pham, Lena Trang |
| Contributors | Nuñez-Janes, Mariela, Nelson, Andrew, Lee, Stacey J. |
| Publisher | University of North Texas |
| Source Sets | University of North Texas |
| Language | English |
| Detected Language | English |
| Type | Thesis or Dissertation |
| Format | Text |
| Rights | Public, Pham, Lena Trang, Copyright, Copyright is held by the author, unless otherwise noted. All rights Reserved. |
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