Who we are

The Afrocentric Youth Development Lab (AYDL)  is a hub of transformative research, embracing a cultural strengths approach to understanding various aspects of Black youth emergence into adulthood. Grounded in an Afrocentric theoretical framework, the lab's work centers on specific themes such as identity, coping skills, norms, and goal orientation while employing innovative methodologies that celebrate the diverse narratives and strengths of an alternative epistemology.