Digital Youth Network: More About Us
DYN is a research lab at Northwestern University’s School of Education and Social Policy. Our focus is on designing more equitable systems for youth. We are a team of researchers, product designers, technologists and practitioners that have worked at every level of the out-of-school time space since 2005.
Our Mission
We design learning systems that ensure all youth develop critical skills, increase their sense of agency, and have a shot at realizing their life potential.
Our Vision
We envision a world where all youth have a chance to be connected to the people, interests, opportunities and technologies that help them learn in different ways, explore different paths, become creative and empowered, and that enable them to realize their potential and success.
Our Approach
We design solutions through an original mix of research, social practice, design, data and technology. Our work is in developing equity focused learning systems and the growth of STEAM skills and identities of the young people we serve.
Team
In 2005, Dr. Pinkard created the Digital Youth Network with co-founder Akili Lee.