Dr. Andrew Gadaire

Research Interests:

As a community psychologist, I conduct research and evaluation to understand and improve the systems affecting children and families from diverse backgrounds. With a focus on program evaluation, capacity building, and empowerment, I frequently partner with organizations and community members to inform and enhance efforts to promote equity. I am currently studying 1) efforts to promote high-quality early childhood education by increasing cultural and linguistic responsiveness and enhancing social-emotional teaching practices; 2) efforts to develop strong communities that facilitate access to support and social capital for all community members; and 3) efforts to enhance access to sustainable employment and income for community members experiencing barriers to opportunity. I am particularly interested in how efforts in each of these areas influence the well-being, education, economic mobility, and empowerment of participating individuals, as well as their families. To answer research questions in these areas, I utilize a variety quantitative, qualitative, and mixed methods approaches, including social network analysis, photovoice, and community-based participatory research methodologies.
Feel free to email me if you would like more information or have interest in working in my lab.