Dr. Michael Karcher of the University of Texas-San Antonio joins us for a discussion about his recent evaluation of the Youth Advocates Program and their positive results around youth recidivism. We also discuss his long career in research and the ways in which he feels mentors can best transform youth and help them feel seen and valued. (52 min.)

Reflections On Research - Season 2 Episode #5 - Michael Karcher

Developed by MENTOR through the National Mentoring Resource Center project, the Reflections on Research podcast offers practitioners, policymakers, and leaders in youth mentoring a fun and accessible way to learn about the latest research and reflect on the practical applications of new research to their work. Listeners will hear directly from the research community in a conversational space as leading scholars discuss their findings and the implications of their work with young people.

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Reflections On Research - Season 2 Episode #5 - Michael Karcher

Reflections On Research - Season 2 Episode #5 - Michael Karcher