Understand the foundations of developmental relationships and the power you have to strengthen those relationships for all young people to learn and grow.
Tools to support everyone who works with young people — educators, youth program workers, schools and youth program leaders, and community members
Young people thrive when they experience a broader web of relationships, build strong relationships in a class or program, at home, and across your organization.
Relationships are key across several disciplines including family systems, social and emotional development, social capital, and community development.
Explore tools, frameworks, activities, guides, measures, and other research-based resources to build strong relationships with all young people.
Associate Professor of Educational Psychology at University of Minnesota
Associate Professor, Educational Psychology
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
Keisha Varma, Ph.D. is an associate professor in the psychological foundations of education program at the University of Minnesota. Varma’s research examines cognitive processes in science learning, as well as teacher knowledge development and effective teaching practice. She holds a Ph.D. from Vanderbilt University.
