Sociopolitical development (SPD) is the process by which people come to understand
structural oppression and develop the capacity to reform and transform society, combat …

In a systematic scoping review, we analyzed empirical and conceptual writings on youth
participatory action research (YPAR) in schools. YPAR has emerged as an empowering and …

Although youth activism often is sparked by unexpected events, the seeds of activism are
planted in learning environments that cultivate community, critical reflection, and …

Social studies education and research can and must play a central role in sustaining
democratic societies. As we commemorate the 50th anniversary of this vital journal that aims …

Community-engaged research (CER) aspires to co-construct knowledge for action in groups
that recognize people's varied expertise and engage in democratic decision making. The …

Working toward social justice is an urgent, cross-disciplinary endeavor requiring a range of
invested actors. Research has demonstrated, however, that motivating people to work …

The necessity of providing specific forms of support to youth activists engaged in the pursuit
of racial and intersectional justice is evident, especially given current unsupportive political …

Young organizers are increasingly calling for social movements to center healing alongside
activism as they build political power. Campaigns that solely focus on policy wins or base …

Historically “Red States” in the United States offer an example of the complex intersections
of public education, race, conservative politics, language, and power/resistance which …

Cases of historical and contemporary social movements suggest that among activists,
reading texts together is a valuable learning experience. However, less research exists on …