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'Civic laboratories': How online spaces are reshaping civic engagement among Gen Z

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Briefings

Portland State University researcher Yue Ni reports that youth aged 15 to 25 engage in civic activities ranging from volunteering and protests to social media activism. This study highlights how online spaces are reshaping civic engagement for this demographic before they reach voting age.

Key points

• Youth ages 15 to 25 engage in civic activities including volunteering, protesting, petition signing, and expressing political views on social media.
• Portland State University researcher Yue Ni conducted the study on this demographic.

Context

Research indicates that civic engagement among young people spans various forms of activism, from physical actions to digital expression, challenging traditional definitions of youth participation.

Limitations

Evidence covers only youth ages 15 to 25; study period is unspecified; no specific dates or quantitative data provided.

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