While there are certainly “online only” threats, tech also tends to mirror and magnify offline dynamics we shouldn’t ignore - including racial discrimination. In this episode, researcher and professor Dr. Henry Willis of the University of Maryland shares insights on how online and offline experiences of racism are connected and highlights both the resilience of Black youth and the unique challenges they face in the digital age.

Erin talks to Dr. Henry Willis about:

• The relationship between online and offline racial discrimination and mental health outcomes for youth
• Why resilience is as important to talk about as risk - especially when it comes to Black youth
• Why he isn’t interested in doing research that “sits on the shelf”
• The importance of positive racial identity for mental health and resilience.

Featured Expert:

Dr. Henry Willis - https://psyc.umd.edu/facultyprofile/willis/henry

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Connected & Courageous is a podcast of Spark & Stitch Institute with production support from Beth K. Gibbs at Lift Podcasting.