Trust and warm demanding: The impact of culturally relevant care on Black and Latino male students

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Abstract

Much research on the education of Black and Latino males rely on deficit theories in order to explain their experiences. The purpose of this study was to utilize a framework of culturally relevant care in order to provide insight into the role that trust, relationship building, and mentorship programs can have on the socio-emotional and academic lives of young Black and Latino males. Data was gathered from three focus groups over the course of two school years in order to examine participants’ schooling experiences and involvement in a mentoring program. This study informs the work of educators, teacher educators, mentorship programs, and policy makers seeking to provide Black and Latino males with meaningful and transformative learning experiences.

Authors

• Wanda Watson, Teachers College, Columbia University

• Iesha Jackson, Teachers College, Columbia University

• Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz, Teachers College, Columbia University