Dr. Behnke's research focuses on programs that support adolescent parents and their families. The SR/SF Research Team is dedicated to the evaluation, development, and curriculum work of the Strengthening Relationships/Strengthening Families program, a relationship and teen parenting program serving Latinx adolescent parents across Central Texas for 21 years. SR/SF addresses co-parenting, grandparent involvement, father engagement, and multi-generational family relationships. Students will work alongside Dr. Behnke to collect and analyze data, develop curriculum, and contribute to research write-ups that inform program improvement and community impact. The team also conducts occasional work related to the Juntos Program, supporting Latino youth and families in navigating pathways to higher education and long-term success.
