Arya Allender-West Livres

Focusing on the experiences of youth of color and other marginalized groups, the book examines the impact of socio-cultural deprivation stemming from repeated traumatic socio-historic events. It highlights how various institutions, including schools, mental health organizations, and social services, contribute to these challenges. The exploration sheds light on the systemic issues faced by these youths and aims to foster understanding and change within societal frameworks.

This important book considers how youth of color and other marginalized youth experience socio-cultural deprivation from the repetition of traumatic socio- historic experiences as well as from the institutions they interact with such as schools, mental health organizations, and social services agencies.