SOCIETY
Springtide Research Institute examines how young people shape—and are shaped by—their social contexts and communities. This research area contains a variety of topics including media, technology, political and civic engagement, social relationships, the environment, education, and much more. These aspects of life are intertwined for all ages, but specific patterns and trends emerge for our youngest generations who are coming of age in a time of unprecedented change, division, and unrest.
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Research Reports on Society
How and Why Teens and Young Adults Participate in Civic Life
More than half of young people do not identify with a major political party. Many don’t trust political institutions, yet they care deeply about social issues. In 2024, Springtide Research Institute surveyed more than 5,500...
Data Drops on Society
Does religion play a role in young people’s political views and civic behaviors?
A Third of Latina/o Young People Care about Immigration, but Fewer See It as a Top Priority for Voting
When It Comes to Political Issues, Young People Both Value and Distrust Social Media
Low Confidence in U.S. Institutions—Especially Political Institutions—among Young People
LGBTQ+ Young People Experience More Discomfort Sharing Political Views with Adults
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