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Young Lives Newsletter
September 2024
New Director Marta Favara sets out ambitious plans
'As I step into this important role, I bring enthusiasm, passion and a commitment to continue on our successful path, driving innovation and generating policy-relevant research to improve the lives of young people in the Global South.'
In her latest blog, incoming Young Lives Director Dr Marta Favara outlines her aims and priorities for Young Lives and reveals plans for three exciting new areas of work!
Kath Ford becomes Young Lives' Deputy Director
We are delighted to announce that Kath Ford has been appointed Young Lives' Deputy Director. Alongside new responsibilities, Kath will continue to lead our policy work, to influence national and international policies addressing child and youth poverty in the study countries.
'I am delighted to take up this exciting role supporting our new Director, Marta Favara, in delivering our innovative portfolio of policy-relevant research. I am particularly excited to work on new initiatives focused on climate change, mental health, and learning and skills, which offer exciting opportunities to forge new partnerships and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people around the world.'
Investigating the impact of conflict on young people
As part of Round 7 data collection, Young Lives used a ground-breaking method to interview respondents in conflict hit areas in Ethiopia. Find out all about this innovative work in our a newly published journal article, podcast and blog - below!
'A sound methodology: Measuring experiences of violent conflict through audio self-interviews'
Authors: Sophie von Russdorf, Laura Ahlborn, Alessandra Hidalgo-Arestegui, Gerald McQuade, Marta Favara
The authors investigate the impact of different survey methods on the disclosure of sensitive or traumatic experiences. In a pilot study in Ethiopia, respondents answered questions either using audio computer-assisted self-interviewing (ACASI) or a traditional face-to-face interview.
Listen to our podcast: 'A Sound Methodology'
In our latest podcast, researcher and co-author of the journal article, Sophie von Russdorf discusses Young Lives' pilot use of the ACASI method, exploring to what extent it addressed the challenges faced when collecting data in conflict hit areas.
Read our blog to find out more about ACASI
60% of the young people who participated in the Young Lives pilot in the Tigray region of Ethiopia, reported that a friend or family member had been seriously injured, had disappeared, or had died as a result of the conflict. Collecting information about these experience is very challenging. To the best of our knowledge, Young Lives is the first study to asses and use ACASI to collect personal experiences in a conflict setting.
Behind the scenes with the Oxford research team
Ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes at Young Lives!?
Meet our researchers in this lovely new video and find out how they are preparing Round 7 data as we build-up to the publication of our survey results in 2025.
New publications
Gender difference in socio-emotional skills
'Gender Differences in Socioemotional Skills among Adolescents and Young Adults in Ethiopia, India, Peru and Vietnam'
Authors: Mobarak Hossain, Matthew C.H. Jukes.
Using Young Lives data, with a comprehensive set of skill measures, the authors examine when gender differences in socioemotional skills emerge, and explore the socioeconomic and cultural determinants of these skills.
Young Lives news from around the world
Congratulations to Niños del Milenio (Young Lives Peru) on reaching the finals of the 2024 Peru Sustainable Development Goals Recognition Awards, in the 'Personas' category.
These awards recognize the projects and organizations in Peru that contribute significantly to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.The award ceremony will take place on October 4, 2024, during the Sustainable Peru Summit. We wish the team all the best for the finals!
Young Lives Ethiopia's Country Director Dr Alula Pankhurst recently appeared on NBC Ethiopia to discuss key research findings covering two decades of our long running study.
Watch translated excerpts from the interview on the Young Lives Ethiopia LinkedIn page.
Young Lives is now on Instagram!
Visit our newly launched Instagram account @younglives_oxford and follow us for updates on Young Lives research and activities.
Keep an eye out for our Round 7 data teasers before the launch of our full findings in 2025!
Don't forget to follow us on our other social media accounts; you can find the links below.
If you have any questions or comments about this newsletter please contact Young Lives Head of Communications, Julia Tilford at julia.tilford@qeh.ox.ac.uk.
