25 Things We Learned about Young Voters in 2025
25 data points from CIRCLE research released in 2025, covering everything from elections to the issues and movements that ignited civic engagement.
Young Voters Power Mamdani Victory, Shape Key 2025 Elections
Three out of four young voters backed Mamdani, and youth turnout increased in New Jersey and Virginia.
Youth Need Trust and Connections to Navigate the Digital Media Landscape
Part of the "Our Take" series of young leaders' perspectives on engaging in democracy.
Centering Indigenous Values and Addressing Barriers to Native Youth's Civic Engagement
Part of the "Our Take" series of young leaders' perspectives on engaging in democracy.
Rising Where We’re Rooted: How Local Organizations Are Rebuilding Youth Trust
Part of the "Our Take" series of young leaders' perspectives on engaging in democracy.
Lowering the Voting Age Can Instill Civic Responsibility in Youth
Part of the "Our Take" series of young leaders' perspectives on engaging in democracy.
Youth Trust Peers, Local Government, and Institutions They See Taking Action
On the other hand, social media companies, major political parties, and Congress are among young people’s least trusted institutions.
Report: How Does Gen Z Really Feel about Democracy?
Our new study finds three distinct profiles of democratic attitudes among youth, with major implications for strengthening youth engagement and protecting democracy.
Young People and the 2024 Election: Struggling, Disconnected, and Dissatisfied
Initial findings from CIRCLE’s post-election youth poll highlight diverse barriers and a focus on economic issues among youth who didn’t vote