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Generation Z

Members of Generation Z — individuals between the ages of 16 to 24 in 2021 — were born after Millennials and before Generation Alpha. Today, this group of youth and young adults are liberal leaning, tech-savvy and represent one of the most racially diverse and well-educated generations on record, according to the Pew Research Center.

Studying generations, such as Generation Z, enables researchers to view Americans through two useful lenses: 1) by their place in the life cycle (young adults versus retirees, for example); and 2) by their connection to individuals who were born at a similar time.

What Are the Core Characteristics of Generation Z?

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Generation Z has emerged as a population increasingly worthy of attention, especially now as its older members enter young adulthood. Here’s what we know about their characteristics. 

April 14, 2021

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Generation Z and Mental Health

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The mental health of Gen Z is a growing issue. Learn about their anxiety, depression and other mental health statistics from the Annie E. Casey Foundation.

March 3, 2021

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Social Issues That Matter to Generation Z

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Members of Generation Z tend to be more open-minded, liberal-leaning, and engaged in social justice. Learn about seven issues that have Generation Z’s attention so far.

February 13, 2021

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Thrive by 25: Young People and Elected Leaders Talk About Working Together

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Three lieutenant governors listened to young people before speaking at an event where the Casey Foundation announced it is dedicating at least half of its investments over the next decade to improving the well-being and prospects of youth and young adults. Watch the event.

February 2, 2021

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What the Statistics Say About Generation Z

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Get the statistics on Generation Z, a group that is “racially and ethnically diverse, progressive and pro-government” according to the Pew Research Center.

November 13, 2020

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Statistics Snapshot: Generation Z and Education

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This post explores statistics at the intersection of education and Generation Z and what the data tells us about this generation of youth and young adults.

October 29, 2020

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Generation Z Breaks Records in Education and Health Despite Growing Economic Instability of Families

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The teenagers of Generation Z — the rising cohort born after 1995 that follows the Millennials — broke records in education and health indicators despite growing up in the midst of the economic downturn, according to the 2016 KIDS COUNT Data Book from the Annie. E. Casey Foundation.

June 21, 2016

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