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. 2023 Mar;71(1-2):114-122.
doi: 10.1002/ajcp.12630. Epub 2022 Nov 15.

Finding voice in a year of collective trauma: Case study of an online photovoice project with youth

R Lillianne Macias  1   2 , Nancy Nava  1 , Desiree Delgadillo  1 , Jordyn Beschel  2 , Gabriel Kuperminc  3
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Finding voice in a year of collective trauma: Case study of an online photovoice project with youth

R Lillianne Macias et al. Am J Community Psychol. 2023 Mar.

Abstract

In this article, we share findings from a qualitative case study of a virtual youth photovoice program implemented across three regions of the United States. The purpose of the program was to engage youth in research on a social issue relevant to them during an unprecedented year marked by two public health crises, COVID-19 and anti-Black racial violence. Results of an analysis of curriculum and archival program materials lend support for online strategies for youth engagement including individualized support and online audiovisual presentations with avatars. Racial justice and trauma-informed adaptations were designed to be responsive to youth needs for flexible programming and safe spaces. Themes captured in the first online gallery of youth photos include (1) tools for mental health, (2) meaningful connection, and (3) community advocacy, bringing attention to structural issues as well as family and community strengths. Findings suggest photovoice can be thoughtfully adapted for youth researchers and support individual and group storytelling in response to collective trauma.

Keywords: COVID-19; Youth Participatory Action Research; collective trauma; cultural adaptation; photovoice.

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