SPRINGTIDE RESEARCH
Listening to and Learning from Young People
Insights that Deepen Understanding and Empower Action
Springtide Research Institute engages the power of social science research to learn from and about young people ages 13 to 25. With a core focus on education, religion, meaning-making, and well-being, we use quantitative and qualitative methods to examine how young people understand their identities and experiences. Our findings inform practices across organizations, schools, and faith communities, helping trusted adults foster environments where young people can flourish.
Springtide provides accessible social-scientific research on 13-25-year-olds in these six areas:
Research Reports
Research on Catholic Teens and Young Adults Today
Explore data on Catholic identity, participation in the Church, disaffiliation, and young Catholic’s thoughts on gender roles Catholic young people in the US often appear in competing narratives. Some observers point to declining affiliation and...
A framework for young people’s religious involvement
Three factors consistently emerge as anchors for why some young people remain connected to religious communities. In 2025, Springtide Research Institute interviewed and surveyed young people, ages 13 to 25, from across the US to...
Four dimensions of young people’s spiritual and religious lives
Data about belief, identity, community, and purpose define the state of religion and young people today. In 2025, Springtide Research Institute surveyed 2,977 young people, ages 13–25, from across the United States to learn about...
Data Drops
Tailored research for youth-focused leaders
We help educators and organizational leaders learn directly from the young people in their sphere. Our research services deliver precise, actionable insights.
Who we are
We use social science to understand what gives young people meaning, purpose, and a sense of well-being. By actively listening to the next generation, we amplify their voices to help them not just survive, but thrive.
What we’re thinking
Our blog features posts by young people, seasoned experts, and Springtide’s own team. It offers fresh perspectives and approachable insights from our latest research.
Our Methodology
We capture the big picture through surveys and zoom in on personal experiences with interviews and focus groups. Guided by strict standards and rigorous data validation, our insights are reliable and revealing.