Rite of Passage Programs as Effective Tools for Fostering Resilience Among Low‐Income African American Male Adolescents

West-Olatunji, Cirecie; Shure, Lauren; Garrett, Michael Tlanusta; Conwill, William L.; Rivera, Edil Torres

doi:10.1002/j.2161-1939.2008.tb00053.x

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“…This intervention has been regarded as a rites of passage program for African American adolescents. Rites of Passage programs are strengths‐based, culturally responsive approaches that focus on the strengths of African American children and have been found to buffer against the cultural hegemony of school experiences (West‐Olatunji, Shure, Garrett, Conwill, & Rivera, ).…”

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Using sisterhood networks to cultivate ethnic identity and enhance school engagement

Jones

Lee

Matlack

et al. 2017

Psychology in the Schools

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The authors wish to acknowledge the contributions of Cindy Ola and Candice Small for their assistance with group facilitation and the design of control group activities. AbstractSchool engagement has been found to be a statistically significant predictor of academic success. Education researchers are particularly interested in exploring the factors that influence the ways in which students are engaged in the classroom. As the population of students in the United States has become increasingly multicultural, it is imperative that current research address the cultural influences that may be related to school engagement. This study explored how ethnic identity development and school engagement are related with a sample of African American girls in middle school. Twelve participants received 6 weeks of a cultural awareness group curriculum (Sisters of Nia) and 6 weeks of an informal girls group in this multiple group intervention study. School engagement, cultural style, and ethnic identity were measured throughout the group intervention.

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Using sisterhood networks to cultivate ethnic identity and enhance school engagement

Jones

Lee

Matlack

et al. 2017

Psychology in the Schools

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“…In addition to the samples in these empirical studies, strengths-based counseling interventions have been suggested for use in other clinical settings. For example, West-Olatunji et al (2008) suggested rite-of-passage programs for implementation with low-income African American adolescent males as a strengths-based, culture-centered intervention. George (2008) suggested strengths-based counseling as an alternative to traditional behavioral approaches for treating social phobia in children.…”

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“…The focus on developing clients' strengths empowers them within their own contexts and gives them the self‐confidence necessary for change (E. J. Smith, 2006; Stalling, 1994; West‐Olatunji, Shure, Garrett, Conwill, & Rivera, 2008).…”

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Farmer

Lile

2013

J Humanistic Counseling

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“…5 As a gender-sensitive developmental initiative with growing international interest, rite-of-passage programs are growing in popularity and scope. [20][21][22] Male-specific rite-of-passage programs typically aim to support adolescent boys through their life-stage transition from boyhood to manhood through three phases; separation, learning, and return. 20,23 These programs typically occur in outdoor-based settings and include a holistic focus on shaping identity, connecting with the community, and developing social responsibility and self-driven motivation in participants.…”

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The Making of Men Program: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation of a Gender-Sensitive Rite of Passage Program for Adolescent Males

Wilson

Gwyther

Swann³

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International Journal of Men's Social and Community Health

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IntroductionCurrent gendered health disparities impacting the wellbeing of boys and young men require new early intervention-focussed approaches. Health promotion programs developed with young men’s health needs and preferences in mind commonly report positive outcomes. Male-specific rite of passage programs aim to formally acknowledge the life-stage transition from boyhood to manhood through a holistic focus on identity, community, and social responsibility. While these programs are growing in popularity, there is limited data available on their effectiveness. MethodsThis study undertook a pilot evaluation of the Making of Men rite of passage program in a sample of second-ary school boys (n=61, age M=16.0, SD=0.5) and their accompanying fathers or male mentors (n=47, age M=52.1, SD=5.8 years) providing non-matched pre-test, post-test, alongside follow-up data for participating boys. Qualitative interviews were also undertaken with 15 individuals (5 mothers, 6 staff members, 4 fathers). ResultsQuantitative program feedback indicated acceptability, with most respondents providing positive feedback, particularly from participating fathers. Exploratory quantitative effects indicated potential improvements in subjective social support and open communication among boys. Fathers appeared to report lower confor-mity to traditional masculine norms post-program, in addition to more open communication. Qualitative interviews identified three main themes: enabling relational bonds, creating a men-specific context, and supporting developmental transitions. ConclusionsPositive program acceptability and promising outcome effects highlighted the present rite of passage program as a promising mechanism for supporting healthy masculine identity development among adolescent males.

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Rite of Passage Programs as Effective Tools for Fostering Resilience Among Low‐Income African American Male Adolescents

Cited by 12 publications

References 50 publications

Using sisterhood networks to cultivate ethnic identity and enhance school engagement

Using sisterhood networks to cultivate ethnic identity and enhance school engagement

Empirical Evidence for the Importance of Conceptualizing Client Strengths

The Making of Men Program: A Mixed-Methods Evaluation of a Gender-Sensitive Rite of Passage Program for Adolescent Males

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