AFROCENTRIC RITES OF PASSAGE: A CHANGE MODEL
FOR VALUES, ATTITUDES, AND BEHAVIORS
AMONG AFRICAN AMERICAN YOUTH

INDEPENDENT VARIABLE: AFROCENTRIC RITES OF PASSAGE
* Worldview * Value System * Socialization Process

 Nguzo Saba (Seven Principles)

Unity
Self-Determination
Collective Work and Responsibility

Cooperative Economics
Purpose
Creativity
Faith



 INTERVENING VARIABLES: VALUES/ATTITUDES

  1. Belief in Supreme Being/Spirituality
  2. Sense of Manhood/Womanhood
  3. Increased Self Esteem
  4. Higher Expectations for Future Success
  5. Belief in Cooperative Ethic
  6. Increased Respect for Others
  7. Greater sense of community identity/commitment



 DEPENDENT VARIABLES: RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIORS

  1. Development of career plans
  2. Proper nutrition/exercise
  3. Safe sexual behavior
  4. Decreased use of alcohol and drugs
  5. Increased stress management
  6. Increased problem solving skills
  7. Increased conflict resolution skills
  8. Decreased acts of violence
  9. Increased positive relationships with, parents, peers, teachers, and elders
  10. Increased community service


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