The Center for Social Development conducts research that informs how individuals, families, and communities increase capacity, formulate and reach life goals, and contribute to the economy and society. Our principal focus is on families and communities at the bottom of society. Major areas of work include Asset Building and Civic Engagement & Service.

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Featured Publications
Elliott, W., & Beverly, S. (2010). Staying on course: The effects of assets on the college progress of young adults (CSD Working Paper 10-12). St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.
Lough, B. J. (2010). International volunteerism in the United States, 2008 (CSD Research Brief 10-11). St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.
Gunn, G., Heffern, J., & Edwards, K. (2010). Asset building in the South: Organizations and services (CSD Report 10-10). St. Louis, MO: Washington University, Center for Social Development.