Use of qualitative and quantitative research to better understand human behavior, decision making processes, and social ties.
Adolescents often migrate for work out of necessity, facing loneliness and isolation while striving to build a better future.
Hands-on mentorship and personalized guidance to strategically navigate, adapt, and succeed in the U.S. educational system.
Assistant Professor in Community Health | ASU
A leading expert on migrant youth well-being, Dr. Carlos Chavez researches how work and family stressors impact the mental and physical health of adolescent farmworkers. With a PhD in Human Development (Florida State University) and a competitive postdoctoral fellowship at the University of Missouri-Columbia, she directs and collaborates on state- and privately funded studies. Her pioneering mixed-methods research (qualitative & quantitative analysis) advances health equity for marginalized communities.
Interdisciplinary Leadership
Mentorship & Collaboration
Pioneering Research
Community Advocacy
Transforming research into real-world solutions for policymakers and communities. This evidence-based approach bridges academia and action, amplifying marginalized voices through.
"Dr. Chavez’s classroom led me to her research lab, where I’ve gained invaluable experience studying migrant youth health. Her mentorship opened doors to grad school and national conferences—far beyond what I imagined possible as a first-gen student."
"From an inspiring conference encounter to ongoing mentorship, Dr. Chavez transformed my research approach. Her ability to translate complex data into community solutions is remarkable. Working with her strengthened both my skills and commitment to health equity."
“In Dr. Chavez’s lab, I studied vulnerable migrant adolescents while mastering essential research skills. Her dedicated mentorship through grad school and licensure empowered me to launch Chase Mental Wellness—proof of her transformative guidance.”
