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Fatima Varner is an Associate Professor in the Department of Human Development & Family Sciences at the University of Texas at Austin. Her research focuses on the intersection of ethnicity, gender, and parenting, particularly in the context of Black families. Dr. Varner investigates how racism-related stressors affect parenting practices and the academic outcomes of adolescents. She is currently conducting a meta-analysis funded by the Institute of Education Sciences examining school-based marginalization and its impacts on academic achievement and social-behavioral competencies. As a Mid-Career Research Fellow, she evaluates community-based research-practice partnerships. With a commitment to addressing racial and socioeconomic inequities, Dr. Varner teaches courses that relate to educational inequalities and family socioeconomic problems. She actively participates in the academic community as a reviewer for journals in her field and is the Vice President of Programming for the Society for Research on Adolescence. Her work demonstrates a dedication to creating inclusive environments within academia and contributing to a deeper understanding of the dynamics affecting young people and families.
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