Society for Research on Adolescence (SRA)

Established in the winter of 1984, the Society for Research on Adolescence (SRA) is a rapidly growing, dynamic society focused on the theoretical, empirical, and policy research issues of adolescence. Through its biennial meetings and publishing efforts, SRA promotes the dissemination of research on adolescents and serves as a network and forum for its members. SRA publishes the Journal of Research on Adolescence.

Mission:
As a community of researchers, their goals are to advance understanding of adolescence and enhance the wellbeing of youth in a globalized world. They promote high quality research that considers the biological, psychological, and sociocultural aspects of development in context. They aim to lead and shape scientific and public discourse on youth and adolescence, and to guide parenting, schooling, programs, and policies. In order to achieve these goals, they foster the professional development and growth of all members, and are relevant, visible, diverse, and global in perspective.