Social Mobility Think Tank
Vision: To create a world where emerging adults thrive in personal safety, free from the devastating impacts of interpersonal and self-directed violence.
Mission:Â The Personal Safety Think Tank is committed to researching, monitoring, and implementing evidence-based strategies to effectively reduce and ultimately eliminate interpersonal (homicide)and self-directed (suicide) violence among emerging adults. Through collaborative partnerships, advocacy, and innovative solutions, we strive to empower and protect the lives of emerging adults, fostering a society that values their safety and well-being.
Goal: Our primary goal is to significantly decrease the prevalence of interpersonal and self-directed violence within the emerging adult population. By conducting cutting-edge research, promoting awareness and advocating for comprehensive policy changes, we aim to reduce the risk factors associated with violence and enhance protective factors that bolster personal safety. Our mission-driven approach will support and empower emerging adults, equipping them with the resources and support networks needed to lead healthy, fulfilling lives.
SUMMARY:Â This study provides insight into the social mobility patterns of Black emerging adults 22 to 29 years of age in Suffolk County, Massachusetts. This research specifically looks at educational attainment, employment, and income as factors for upward social mobility.Â
CITATION: Motley, R.O., Jr., Williamson, E., Motley, J.D., Siddiqi, R. (2022, November). Social Mobility Patterns Among Black Emerging Adults in Suffolk County, MA. (Racism-based Violence Injury & Prevention Lab Research Brief No. 2). Boston, MA: Boston College, Racism-Based Violence Injury & Prevention Lab https://doi.org/10.6017/ssw.rbvipl.rb001.kq2953