CIRCLE's analysis of our 2022 youth survey data shines a light on some of the barriers that may prevent young Latinos from fully participating in elections.

Organizations can and should engage young people beyond and between elections in order to strengthen their democratic skills and their ties to local communities.

White youth are not a monolithic group, and young white people without college experience may lack some information and support needed to vote.

Historical data from the past 50 years of midterm elections shows young people are engaged but there are still profound inequities in participation.

A new CIRCLE analysis highlights different profiles of whether media ecosystems in different counties offer adequate support for youth civic engagement and lead to higher voting rates.

Differences in access to information and support for electoral participation continue to be reflected in unequal voting rates among youth.

Bringing young people as leaders and equitable participants into organizations or efforts aimed at youth engagement can be a productive strategy—if it's done right.

Spaces where youth can learn, discuss, and wield political information can build confidence in political involvement and lead to higher likelihood of voting.

​​​​​​​With librarians serving as trusted civic educators, libraries can be spaces for nonpartisan voter registration, for youth-led conversations about issues, and for creating media.