Latest Research

CIRCLE's analysis of 2022 survey data on Black youth highlights an interest in civic engagement but a lack of the information needed to participate.

A major study of civic education in Illinois middle schools examines how civics implementation has been shaped by the state’s laws and context, but makes recommendations relevant to improving civic learning everywhere.

Our longstanding relationship with Illinois Civics Hub and other educators in the state has developed into a robust research-practice partnership with a profound impact on civic learning and on our own work.

Our updated scan of state codes that encourage or facilitate electoral engagement and education for youth before they turn 18.

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.

Asian American youth are as likely to be interested and engaged in civic life as their peers, but they’re less likely to feel politically qualified. 

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