Research Interests

My program of work blends the themes of development theory, adolescent civic engagement, and positive youth development. In my research, I focus on understanding the core values and behaviors that promote social responsibility and participatory citizenship in young people. Through my work, I seek to advance our understanding of the contextual (family, school, community) and developmental underpinnings of civic development.

Address:   Search Institute                                      Websites:  www.search-institute.org                     
                  615 First Avenue Northeast, Suite 125                        www.parentfurther.com
                  Minneapolis, MN 55413                                             www.ignitesparks.com

Office:       (612) 692-5536                                       E-mail:       Amy.Syvertsen@gmail.com
Fax:           (612) 692-5553                                                         amys@search-institute.org

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