Alexandria Chidera Onuoha

Suffolk University

Alexandria Chidera Onuoha is a first-year applied developmental psychology PhD student at Suffolk University in Boston working in the Youth Equity & Sexuality Lab. Her primary research focuses on the messages of fascist groups and their impact on the psychological development of Black girls. She is also interested in the development of LGBTQIA+ youth who have religious affiliations that may create harmful environments. Alexandria is the director of political advocacy at Black Boston, which is a community organization that strives to prevent racial inequalities and promote solidarity among Black Bostonians. In her role she leads a team that cultivates relationships with government officials and non-profit organizations, and helps push legislation that will positively impact Black youth in Boston. Alexandria is also an Afro-Caribbean and Modern dance artist who uses her art to promote the positive development of Black girls and women and promote social justice efforts.

Areas of Expertise

• Policy
• Race and Ethnicity
• Social Work
• Applied Developmental Psychology

Methodology

• Focus Groups
• Interviews
• Mixed Methods
• Qualitative Methods
• Quantitative Methods
• Survey Methods and Questionnaires