25 data points from CIRCLE research released in 2025, covering everything from elections to the issues and movements that ignited civic engagement.
Young people belong to movements, engage in protests, and advocate for issues. But there’s a disconnect between their economic concerns and struggles, and their capacity to engage in democracy.
CIRCLE’s Young Leaders Learning Community became a springboard for civic learning and action.
Young people continue to believe in their—and their generation's—political power, but some don't feel qualified to participate.
A survey conducted by CIRCLE and ACE illuminates barriers to participation and highlights strategies that can expand young people's engagement in climate action.