Civic Engagement and Political Leadership among Women
A new CIRCLE analysis explores the gender gaps in civic engagement, challenges to improving participation among young women, and implications for future work.
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Discussion, Debate, and Simulations Boost Students’ Civic Knowledge
Our analysis shows that these promising pedagogical practices work, but racial and socioeconomic gaps in civic knowledge remain
Midterm and Presidential Elections Are Different for Youth
There is historically less outreach and engagement in midterm cycles than in presidential election years, which may lead to lower youth participation.
Civics, Digital Badges, and Alternative Assessments
A new CIRCLE paper explores the potential of innovative ways of measuring civic skills and knowledge.
Immigration and the 2012 Election
A new CIRCLE analysis explores young people's views on immigration reform and how immigrant youth participated in the election
The Millennials Civic Health Index
A major new study provides in-depth insights on the civic engagement of a diverse generation.
High School Civics Linked to Voting, Political Knowledge
Our analysis finds that civic education improves engagement and does not lead to partisanship or influence support for a candidate.
iCivics’ Drafting Board Module Boosts Students’ Writing Skills
A new working paper summarizes the results of our evaluation of iCivics' latest teaching module.
Did New State Voting Laws Affect the Youth Vote in 2012?
Pushback actions against voter ID laws and other legislation may have helped counteract their potentially suppressing effect on the youth vote.