Developmental Psychology of the Black Child by Amos N. Wilson

Wilson also sought to enlighten African-Americans about their history and roots.

He supported a movement away from Christianity and until it occurs he suggested that there would be continued enslavement. In regards to religion, he believed that endorsing Christianity was also supporting the oppressor. He encouraged those of African descent to combine resources and support their own businesses to gain a more favorable position in society.Īnother important area of concern for Wilson was religion and history. Wilson believed that unity amongst all members of the diaspora would be needed to truly advance the community. He urged for the re-establishment of African culture and an end to the support of European culture. He supported trading with African nations rather than European as a means of becoming the superior economic force. Wilson as called for black economic empowerment. The book was one of its kind in the way it specifically addressed the growth, education and development of black children. Wilson published one of his early works, The Developmental Psychology of the Black Child, in 1978. Through his studies he observed that African-Americans were constantly faced with social inequalities which prompted him to encourage higher education as a tool to increase opportunities and status. Despite being met with limited opportunity, Wilson pursued higher education and attended Morehouse College, The New School of Social Research and Fordham University, where he earned a doctoral degree.

Wilson was able to experience the harsh realities of growing up black in the American South. Wilson supported unity amongst descendants of Africa, economic empowerment, improved education and Black Power.īorn on Februin Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Dr.

Amos Wilson, who became known for his novels and speeches promoting the advancement of people of African descent. Author, Pan-Africanist and psychologist are just some of the titles used when referencing Dr.

Developmental Psychology of the Black Child by Amos N. Wilson