Neurobiological and Socio-behavioral Science of Adolescent Development and Its Applications

Shaping Policy to Reduce Inequalities Among LGBTQ Youth: A Webinar

January 13, 2022

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)

Past

Materials

Shaping Policy to Reduce Inequalities Among LGBTQ Youth Webinar Speaker Biographies

About

Adolescence is a time of remarkable opportunity and growth. But all too often the promise of adolescence is severely curtailed by inequities and discriminatory systems, especially for LGBTQ youth and youth of color. Society has a responsibility to ensure that all youth have the opportunities and support they need to thrive.

Join the Board on Children, Youth, and Families for a webinar exploring policy-relevant recommendations to reduce inequalities among LGBTQ youth.

This virtual webinar will highlight recommendations from the National Academies report The Promise of Adolescence, as well as promising policies and approaches for addressing inequalities among LGBTQ adolescents emerging from the recent National Academies workshop, “Reducing Inequalities Between LGBTQ Adolescents and Cisgender, Heterosexual Adolescents.”

Speakers include:

Stephen Russell, University of Texas, Austin
Joanna Lee Williams, Rutgers University
Park Szachta, MyVoice and University of Michigan
Abby Frank, MyVoice and University of Michigan
Jama Shelton, Hunter College
Kezia Gilyard, Broward County Public Schools
Bianca Wilson, Williams Institute

Contact

Briana Smith

bsmith@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Webinar

Education Webinar | The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth

May 1, 2020

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (ET)

Past

Materials

Education Webinar Slides

About

Our understanding of adolescence has fundamentally changed over the past several decades. New insights from research reveal how changes in brain structure and function (such as the strengthening of connections within and between brain regions and the pruning away of unused connections) that occur during adolescence afford young people a remarkable capacity to learn, adapt to changes, and explore their own creativity.
But this understanding is not reflected in the current structure of the U.S. education system, which was largely designed for an earlier era. Schools must broaden their missions to meet the needs of modern adolescents. This will require schools to become more culturally competent (meaning understanding differences in background and building on adolescents’ varying strengths), to emphasize non-academic skill building (like developing strong interpersonal skills), and to help young people navigate numerous educational and career opportunities. The secondary school system of the future must meet teens “where they are” and offer differentiated and responsive academic opportunities, including individualized instruction, tutoring, and credentialing.
This webinar will explore recent scientific advances in our understanding of adolescent development as well as promising strategies for building the education system of the future. Two members of the expert committee that authored The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth, Nancy E. Hill (Harvard University) and Michelle Jackson (Stanford University) will discuss recent advances in our understanding of adolescence and opportunities for continued reform in the education system. Teachers, administrators, researchers, advocates, parents, and students are encouraged to register.

Relevant report brief: Opportunities for the Education Sector

Additional Information

Contact

Mary Ghitelman

(202) 334-1654
mghitelman@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Webinar

Health Webinar | The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth

March 26, 2020

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (ET)

Past

Materials

Health Webinar Slides

About

Adolescence—the developmental period that spans ages 10 through 25—is a period of growth and learning that provides opportunities for lifelong impact. Access to appropriate health care services is important for adolescents, both to ensure their well-being today, as they experience the bumps and stresses of adolescent life, and to ensure their well-being for a lifetime by addressing behaviors that impact their long-term health, such as diet, exercise, and substance use. Yet many adolescents – particularly ethnic and racial minority adolescents – face a variety of barriers to accessing health care, such as financial barriers, privacy concerns, and long wait times. In addition, many of the health issues adolescents confront are rooted in the social determinants of health (e.g., income, physical environment, housing, etc.) and driven by underlying social and economic inequalities.
This webinar will explore the opportunities for creating an adolescent-friendly health care system. Two members of the expert committee that authored The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth, Claire Brindis (University of California, San Francisco) and Stephen Russell (University of Texas at Austin) will discuss recent advances in our understanding of adolescence and opportunities for applying them to support the health of all young people. Practitioners, advocates, researchers, parents, and adolescents are encouraged to register.

Relevant report brief: Opportunities for the Health Sector

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Not Closed

Contact

Mary Ghitelman

(202) 334-1654
mghitelman@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Webinar

Child Welfare Webinar | The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth

February 26, 2020

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (ET)

Past

Materials

Child Welfare Webinar Slides

About

Our understanding of adolescence has fundamentally changed over the past several decades. New insights from research reveal how changes in brain structure and function (such as the strengthening of connections within and between brain regions and the pruning away of unused connections) that occur during adolescence afford young people a remarkable capacity to learn, adapt to changes, and explore their own creativity.
But this understanding is not reflected in the current structure of the child welfare system, which was primarily designed to meet the needs of younger children. Adolescents’ more advanced developmental needs and abilities are not fully incorporated in the system’s aims and methods. Moreover, there are disparities within the child welfare system, with poor children and children of color being disproportionally referred to the child welfare system.
In this webinar, two members of the expert committee that authored The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth, Leslie Leve (University of Oregon) and Susan Mangold (Juvenile Law Center) will explore adolescent development science and opportunities for continued reform in the child welfare system. Practitioners, advocates, researchers, parents, and adolescents are encouraged to register.

Relevant report brief: Opportunities for the Child Welfare System

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Not Closed

Contact

Mary Ghitelman

(202) 334-1654
mghitelman@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Webinar

Justice Webinar | The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth

January 29, 2020

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM (ET)

Past

Materials

Justice Webinar Slides

About

Our understanding of adolescence has fundamentally changed over the past several decades. New research highlights the diminished culpability of adolescent offenders and their potential responsiveness to preventive interventions based on evidence-based risk- and needs-assessments. Our new understanding creates an opportunity to reimagine and redesign the systems and policies that affect adolescents involved in the justice system.

In this webinar, we will explore the ways in which the justice sector—including the juvenile and criminal justice systems—can better incorporate new understandings of adolescent development into their practices and policies. Two members of the expert committee that authored The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth, Beth Cauffman (University of California, Irvine) and Susan Mangold (Juvenile Law Center) will explore adolescent development science and opportunities for continued reform in the justice sector. Practitioners, advocates, researchers, parents, and adolescents are encouraged to register. Contact Dara Shefska with questions.

Relevant report brief: Opportunties for the Justice Sector

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Not Closed

Contact

Mary Ghitelman

(202) 334-1654
mghitelman@nas.edu

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Neurobiological and Socio-behavioral Science of Adolescent Development and Its Applications - Report Launch

August 5, 2019

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (ET)

Past

Agenda

Download the Agenda

Materials

Report Launch Slides

About

Participants will hear from the report’s authors and explore how the emerging understanding of adolescent brains and behavior can be applied to systems and society to better serve youth in this exciting developmental stage.

The archived webcast video can be viewed here.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Not Closed

Contact

Mary Ghitelman

(202) 334-1654
mghitelman@nas.edu

Location

Keck Center

500 5th St NW

Washington DC 20001, USA

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Webinar

Neurobiological and Socio-behavioral Science of Adolescent Development and Its Applications - Report Release

May 16, 2019

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (ET)

Past

Materials

Report Webinar Slides

About

Please join us for a public webinar to learn about the new National Academies' report The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth. The webinar will include an overview of the study process and discussion of the report’s conclusions, recommendations, and key messages.
Speakers will include:
Richard J. Bonnie (Chair), University of Virginia
Anna Aizer, Brown University
Angela Diaz, Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Center
Joanna Lee Williams, University of Virginia
The archived webinar video can be viewed here.

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Not Closed

Contact

Mary Ghitelman

(202) 334-1654
mghitelman@nas.edu

Location

Keck Center

500 5th St NW

Washington DC 20001, USA

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Meeting Closed

Neurobiological and Socio-behavioral Science of Adolescent Development and Its Applications - Meeting 4

November 1 - 2, 2018

Past

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Richard Bonnie
Anna Aizer
Margarita Alegria
Claire Brindis
Elizabeth Cauffman
Mesmin Destin
Angela Diaz
Nancy Hill
Michelle Jackson
Arlene Lee
Leslie Leve
Jens Ludwig
Susan Mangold
Bruce McEwen
Stephen Russell
Joanna Lee Williams

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

The committee reviewed written materials and discussed how they fit together. For each report section, the committee finalized content and identified lingering issues. The committee discussed conclusions and recommendations and developed a plan for preparing the report for review.

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

Briefing book.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

November 09, 2018

Contact

Mary Ghitelman

(202) 334-1654
mghitelman@nas.edu

Location

Arnold and Mabel Beckman Center

100 Academy Way

Irvine CA 92617, USA

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Neurobiological and Socio-behavioral Science of Adolescent Development and Its Applications - Meeting 3

August 15 - 16, 2018

Past

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Richard Bonnie
Anna Aizer
Margarita Alegria
Claire Brindis
Elizabeth Cauffman
Mesmin Destin
Angela Diaz
Michelle Jackson
Arlene Lee
Leslie Leve
Jens Ludwig
Sue Mangold
Bruce McEwen
Stephen Russell
Joanna Williams

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

Reviewed written materials and identified key messages for each chapter; Identified gaps and determined if additional information was needed; Discussed major messages and emerging conclusions and recommendations; Established an action plan and writing assignments to be completed before Meeting #4.

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

Briefing book

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

September 04, 2018

Contact

Mary Ghitelman

(202) 334-1654
mghitelman@nas.edu

Location

National Academy of Sciences Building

2101 Constitution Ave NW

Washington DC 20418, USA

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

Closed

Neurobiological and Socio-behavioral Science of Adolescent Development and Its Applications - Meeting 1

March 29 - 30, 2018

Past

Additional Information

Is it a Closed Session event?

Institution Closed

The following committee members were present at the closed sessions of the event

Richard J. Bonnie (Chair)
Margarita Alegría
Claire D. Brindis
Elizabeth Cauffman
Angela Diaz
Nancy E. Hill
Michelle Jackson
Arlene Lee
Leslie Leve
Jens Ludwig
Stephen T. Russell
Joanna Lee Williams

The following topics were discussed in the closed sessions:

During the closed session, the committee developed a shared understanding of the study charge and the committee’s approach to the statement of task. It identified core topics to be covering in the report and developed a framework and work plan for conducting the study. Finally, the committee established working groups and interim work assignments.

The following materials (written documents) were made available to the committee in the closed sessions:

Joint statement from the project sponsors.

Date of posting of Closed Session Summary:

April 04, 2018

Contact

Mary Ghitelman

(202) 334-1654
mghitelman@nas.edu

Location

Keck Center

500 5th St NW

Washington DC 20001, USA

Disclaimer

It is essential to the National Academies mission of providing evidence-based advice that participants in any of our meetings or events avoid political or partisan statements or commentary and maintain a culture of mutual respect. The statements and presentations during our meetings or events are solely those of the individual participants and do not necessarily represent the views of other participants or the National Academy of Sciences, which is a non-partisan, tax exempt organization that includes under its Charter the National Academy of Engineering and National Academy of Medicine, and that operates the National Research Council.

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Shaping Policy to Reduce Inequalities Among LGBTQ Youth: A Webinar

Education Webinar | The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth

Health Webinar | The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth

Child Welfare Webinar | The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth

Justice Webinar | The Promise of Adolescence: Realizing Opportunity for All Youth