Products & Services

Search Institute studies and works to strengthen the Developmental Relationships that help young people acquire the Developmental Assets that are reinforced by Developmental Communities where young people's success is everyone's top priority. Our work involves extensive research studies as well as partnerships with communities, schools, and organizations to align the relationships, supports, and strengths that young people need for success in learning and life. Here are some of the most frequently sought-after Search Institute products and services.

Research Resources

  • The Developmental Assets framework
  • Search Institute Insights & Evidence research briefs
  • For more research resources, visit the Research section of our website.

    Surveys

    Since 1989, Search Institute has been creating surveys with a focus on positive youth development. Over the years we’ve expanded our services to meet the variety of measurement needs expressed by our global partners in schools and communities. Each of our surveys blends seamlessly with other Search Institute resources, giving you the chance to approach your efforts from different perspectives.

  • The Developmental Assets Profile
  • For more information on surveys, visit the Surveys section of our website.

    Products

  • Featured Product: Igniting Sparks curricula
  • To see more of our best-selling products, visit the Search Institute Store. Our online store contains hundreds of positive youth development and asset-related products and services. The Search Institute store is a regular stop for thousands of people around the world with youth development needs.

    Workshops

    Key Search Institute team members are available to offer presentations, workshops, and consultations for conference, professional development, and other settings. Each presenter draws on his or her own expertise and Search Institute’s research base, bringing you the latest insights from our research and development efforts. We are particularly interested in presenting to groups and partnerships that are exploring, launching, implementing, or renewing their efforts to improve young people’s outcomes in ways that are consistent with our strategic priorities and expertise. Learn more >>

    Other Resources

  • ParentFurther - a Search Institute Resource for Families - Help families take a positive, strength-based approach to parenting that focuses on what kids and parents are doing right instead of what they’re doing wrong. Easy-to-use advice and tools teach families how to put research into action with small, everyday steps to help kids succeed.
  • Search Institute E-mails - Receive our latest news, research, presentations, tools, stories, and more.