ABOUT SSEA
Mission Statement
Established in 2003, the Society for the Study of Emerging Adulthood (SSEA) is a network of international, multidisciplinary professionals focused on theoretical, empirical, and policy research issues of emerging adulthood, ages 18 to 29. Through education, research, applied services, and advocacy activities, the SSEA strives to enhance professional and public awareness of emerging adulthood as a unique stage of human development. Goals of the society include enhancing the lives of emerging adults through promotion of research, education, health promotion programs, and public policies specific to this age period.
The SSEA currently serves over 400 members representing over 40 countries throughout the world. The conduct of research on emerging adulthood is promoted through biennial meetings that encourage international, culturally-informed research; set high standards for quality of research; create new avenues to funding resources; and disseminate research knowledge. The Society is governed by its Executive Council and through a large network of volunteers drawn from the membership-at-large.