Afrocentricity Theory Revisited: An Alternative Framework for Assisting Black Youth
Abstract
The current paper explores Afrocentricity theory as an alternative non-western framework to
guide social work practice with Black American youth. Very little research has been conducted
in recent years concerning Afrocentricity, one of few non-western African theoretical
frameworks employed by social work practitioners. This paper provides clarity on what is the
theory of Afrocentricity, by providing an overview of the theory’s historical foundations and
assumptions. This paper concludes with an application example of the use of Afrocentricity
theory within a prevention program for Black youth.