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CIRCLE's two decades of research on K-12 civic education has shone a light on issues and concerns reflected in decreasing scores.

New research suggests that civic engagement can be associated with worse mental health for youth, but having access to community assets and strong connections can help.

​​​​​​​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.

​​​​​​​Engaging young people and supporting their electoral participation must happen year-round, and it’s never too early to start with an eye toward 2024.

Many of the states with high youth voter turnout in the 2022 midterm elections had strong policies that make it easier to register and vote.

Data from our post-election survey suggests that youth in states with facilitative electoral laws may have faced fewer barriers to vote.

Our experts presented research and shared insights from our work during this weeklong event focused on strengthening civic education in the United States.

Civic learning that reaches all youth, includes media literacy, and helps foster a democratic school climate is key to growing voters.

The youngest generation of eligible voters already makes up the majority of the 18-29 age group and bring unique concerns and experiences to the electorate.