Defending Their Honor, Building Their Selves: A Descriptive Ethnography on the Socio-Psychological Outcomes of African-Based Martial Arts Practice for Inner City Black Youths
Published online on April 22, 2026
Abstract
Journal of Black Studies, Volume 57, Issue 5, Page 520-540, July 2026.
This study explores the benefits of African-based martial arts practice for at-risk youth of African descent. Conducted over 4 years, the findings show that these arts can address issues related to self-identity, self-perception, and youth violence, while ...
This study explores the benefits of African-based martial arts practice for at-risk youth of African descent. Conducted over 4 years, the findings show that these arts can address issues related to self-identity, self-perception, and youth violence, while ...