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Research & Data

Discover comprehensive research on afterschool practices and child development to inform and enhance youth-focused initiatives.

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The Importance of Evidenced-Based Resources for Your Program

Research and data play a crucial role in supporting and enhancing afterschool programs by providing evidence-based insights that can inform program development, funding, and advocacy. Research like the sources below can demonstrate the positive impact of afterschool programs on improving students' academic performance, reducing risky behaviors, and increasing engagement in learning. Additionally, data can highlight gaps in accessibility and quality, helping to guide resources where they are most needed.

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Research and Data

The Alaska Afterschool Network can assist you in finding data for your research needs. Please reach out to us if you need assistance locating a specific resource.

  • A compilation of best practices, policy recommendations and personal actions to increase adolescent protective factors. Found here.

  • Examined the influence of 7 protective factors and 8 risk experiences on the prevalence of 67 adolescent problem behaviors. Found here.

  • Research review of the factors contributing to adolescent behavior; definitions, citations, priority Alaska factors their indicators and systems of measurement. Found here.

  • “As Alaskans we are resilient and on the cutting edge of transforming schools together by supporting the whole student and integrating trauma engaged practices. This framework brings together lessons learned by school staff and community members within Alaska while integrating school-wide trauma-engaged approach to improve academic outcomes and well-being for all students.” Read the report here.

  • A literature review of national, local, and international research on the relationship between protective factors, risk behaviors, and afterschool programs. Read the report here.

  • The largest national household survey about the status of youth after school in the USA. Found here.

  • The state's specific data from America After 3pm provides the most comprehensive and accurate picture to date of what Alaska’s youth are doing each day after school. Found here.

  • The first statewide data compilation of the state of afterschool in Alaska. Found here.

  • An evaluation of the impact and effectiveness of Alaska’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers. Found here.

  • This report covers the economic impact of early care and learning programs that serve children birth to age 12. Found here.

  • A groundbreaking compendium of studies, reports, and commentaries by more than 100 thought leaders, including community leaders, elected officials, educators, researchers, advocates, and other prominent authors. Found here.

  • An alliance of public, private, and nonprofit groups committed to raising awareness and expanding resources for afterschool programs. Go to the Research page to search by topic for all of the latest research. Found here.