Social-emotional learning (SEL) is often presented as a way to promote positive student outcomes. However, current SEL programs may reflect Eurocentric, heterosexual, ableist, middle-class American values and overlook the needs of racially/ethnically minoritized youth. To help school psychologists engage in social justice advocacy to improve Black students' wellbeing, this conceptual article highlights five key components of SEL for Black youth. The authors focus on: (1) afrocentrism; (2) anti-o
When you know better, do better: a reconceptualization of SEL for Black youth
Tai A. Collins
