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The Importance of Civic and Social Engagement in Minority Communities [PDF]

open access: yes, 2016
Participation in civic and social engagement among community members promotes community growth and strengthens communities and schools. Such engagement begins with creating and maintaining a sense of trust among all stakeholders.
Jones, Lisa A.
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Evaluating Youth Participatory Action Research in the Americas: Comparative Insights on Empowerment, Methodologies, and Social Change

open access: yesJournal of Adolescence, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) positions adolescents as co‐researchers to investigate and address social issues affecting their lives. While YPAR has gained global prominence, comparative research examining how it is conceptualized and practiced across regional contexts remains limited.
John Diaz   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

One of Us: Multilevel Models Examining the Impact of Descriptive Representation on Civic Engagement [PDF]

open access: yes
This paper examines the impact of descriptive representation in comparative perspective. The goals are to establish (1) whether descriptive representation mobilizes attitudinal and behavioral indicators of civic engagement; (2) whether the strength of ...
Krook, Mona Lena, Norris, Pippa
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Beyond Business as Usual: Leaders of California's Civic Organizations Seek New Ways to Engage the Public in Local Governance [PDF]

open access: yes, 2013
We asked leaders of California's civic and community-based organizations about their views on the state of public participation in local governance.
Carolin Hagelskamp   +3 more
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European Identity in Youth: Longitudinal Dynamics and the Role of School Experiences

open access: yesJournal of Adolescence, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Introduction For young people in Europe, European identity can serve as an important source of solidarity and belonging, especially in times of growing societal polarization. This study investigates European identity development during adolescence with two aims: (1) to identify European identity profiles, their associations with civic and ...
Astrid Körner   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Interplay between civic engagement, political trust, and support for democracy: Insights from a study on youth students at Addis Ababa University, Ethiopia

open access: yesSocial Sciences and Humanities Open
Research on youth engagement in civic activities and its influence on political trust and support for democracy in developing countries, particularly Ethiopia, is limited.
Zenaw Alem Abebe   +2 more
doaj   +1 more source

Youth Design the Future of Transportation for Their Community [PDF]

open access: yes, 2019
The complexity of a globalized world, accelerating technological advances, and rapid change challenge educational systems. Around the world the call is to develop 21st century skills with a focus on career readiness, ability for lifelong learning, and ...
Hart, Steven   +2 more
core   +1 more source

A Systematic Review of Longitudinal Studies on Youth Internet Behavior Using the Positive Youth Development Frameworks

open access: yesJournal of Adolescence, EarlyView.
ABSTRACT Background Positive youth development (PYD) is a strength‐based approach that promotes positive outcomes to support the well‐being of youth. With digital technology becoming central to adolescents' lives, understanding how PYD is related to internet behaviors is crucial. The current study addresses this growing need by systematically reviewing
Maneela Sirisety   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

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