@civicyouth
The Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) is a national, non-partisan research center on young people's civic engagement. Home to NSLVE. Learn more: https://circle.tufts.edu/ Questions? Email: circle@tufts.edu
We're thrilled to join #CivicLearningWeek, including the National Forum in Philadelphia this week!
Register for the "Disability & Young Voters: Access, Legislation & Mobilizing Young Voters - A National Civic Learning Week Discussion" panel on 3/11 here:
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As reported last year, approximately 34% of young people (18-34) have tried to convince peers to vote, & many expressed interest in further civic action. This highlights the need for outreach that connects youth & accessible avenues for participation.
Read more here: buff.ly/Qt4oHl6
#DataSpotlight
As part of #CivicLearningWeek, Senior Researcher Noorya Hayat presents on the "Disability and Young Voters: Access, Legislation and Mobilizing Young Voters - A National Civic Learning Week Discussion" panel.
Learn more and register here: buff.ly/y3AqW19
A strong political home can set youth on a trajectory of sustained, healthy civic engagement and democratic belonging throughout their lifetime.
Thank you to TEDxTufts for a space to share our work last week!
Learn more about political homes here: circle.tufts.edu/latest-resea...
We recently worked with the MA Department of Elementary & Secondary Education (DESE), in part to review a new social studies curriculum, as we know K-12 civic education is a critical part of youth civic learning/development!
Read more here: buff.ly/W9dbKsE
Do you have your tickets yet?
This Saturday, please join us for TedXTufts where CIRCLE Research Assistant Seona Maskara will be presenting on Political Homes!
Read more about Seona and political homes here: now.tufts.edu/2026/02/24/s...
Tickets here: www.tuftstickets.com/event/tedxtu...
What does it mean to grow voters?
Improving civic education, building political homes, or exploring your community are just some of the important steps!
Read more about them here: circle.tufts.edu/circlegrowin...
This week's #DataSpotlight shows the 9-point voting gap by gender in 2024: 50% turnout among young women and 41% among young men. This gap decreased compared to 2020, which had higher turnout overall for both groups (55% young women, 44% young men).
Read more here: buff.ly/6pSeQmH
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In addition to leading JumboVote, Tufts University's non-partisan voter advocacy organization, working with the Tufts University Prison Initiative (TUPIT), & leader for Tufts Wilderness Orientation (TWO), she has served as a research assistant at CIRCLE since her sophomore year.
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We are so proud of Seona!
Check out her presentation of our political homes work this Saturday, tickets are here: buff.ly/kqquqFS
Seona Maskara is majoring in International Relations with the Civic Studies co-major at Tufts University.
Last month, Katherine & Ruby Belle traveled to Mississippi to host a convening with partners at Rural Youth Catalyst.
Participants from 6 organizations that CIRCLE supports gathered to build relationships, join workshops, & brainstorm!
More about rural youth here: circle.tufts.edu/tags/rural-c...
On 2/28/26, join us for the 12th TEDxTufts Conference!
This year's theme, Blueprints for the Future, builds frameworks & foundations for a brighter future. The event features 10 speakers, including CIRCLE RA Seona Maskara (who will be speaking in session 2)!
More details here: buff.ly/DWHB0Gw
Thank you to the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS) for having us at their recent convening, where we joined the '#TrustedInfo2026 x Civics: A Relationship Built on Public Engagement' panel.
Learn more about their work here: www.nass.org
Welcome to #DefiningTheData!
We use a lot of terms at CIRCLE, and we know they can be overwhelming.
This series will break down our most-used terms with examples, research, and more.
What terms would you like defined?
This week - what is #MediaLiteracy?
As interest rates, affordability, and the economy continue to feature in national conversations, where did young people stand when they voted in 2024?
Read more here: circle.tufts.edu/latest-resea...
2026 marks CIRCLE's 25th year of leading the charge to improve youth engagement in democracy.
We’ve compiled 25 key data points from 2025 that anyone can use as tools to understand and support young people in this election cycle & beyond.
Read more here: circle.tufts.edu/latest-resea...
From @neatoday.bsky.social: social studies classes are essential, but they're not the only place students learn about democracy.
Read the full article here: buff.ly/LCRJqKd
In 2024, mail-in voting was only outpaced by in-person voting among youth (18-34).
As of 12/24/25, a postmark, which usually noted the date the USPS received a piece of mail, now means the date an item is processed.
This could affect voting.
Read more here: circle.tufts.edu/latest-resea...
New year, new civic opportunities!
Check your voter registration in 30 seconds here: www.vote.org/am-i-registe...
Happy Holidays from the CIRCLE Team
Wishing you and yours peace and togetherness!
We're grateful for another year of research, convenings, collaborations, and more as we work to grow voters and build democracy.
Thank you for an amazing year!
As we prepare for 2026, this #DataSpotlight from our April report (in collaboration with Protect Democracy) found 3 distinct profiles of attitudes in youth, with major implications for strengthening youth engagement & democracy.
Read the report here: circle.tufts.edu/report-genz-...
While schools are not solely responsible for creating civically engaged democratic citizens, they play a critical role in supporting the civic development process!
Read the report here: circle.tufts.edu/latest-resea...
We worked with YEF to analyze the landscape of youth participation in Alabama, highlighting challenges and opportunities in a state with a rich history of civic action!
What did we learn?
Read the new report here: circle.tufts.edu/latest-resea...
Youth Lack Community Connections that Are Critical to Civic Engagement
Understanding how youth build community is vital for mapping pathways to civic participation & belonging.
Read the new research here - half of young people are not spending time with others in person, & are less likely to vote/participate in civics: circle.tufts.edu/latest-resea...
Communities are made from people who show up.
THANK YOU for showing up for CIRCLE and the young people who rely on us.
#TuftsGivingTuesday
Today is #TuftsGivingTuesday!
Any contribution, no matter the size, not only has a big impact on our work but also gives young people the fuel they need to lead our nation toward a more just and equitable future.
Please consider supporting us here: bit.ly/givetocircle25
#GivingTuesday
Our democracy needs young people to vote, lead, & raise their voices for change.
This #TuftsGivingTuesday, we’re asking you to help us fulfill that critical mission—join the movement to build a democracy that works for youth.
Support here: bit.ly/givetocircle25
#GivingTuesday
What does a CIRCLE #TuftsGivingTuesday gift do?
It supports the educators, policymakers, civic leaders, & young organizers working to strengthen youth learning and engagement.
When youth have the tools they need, communities change.
Support us here: bit.ly/givetocircle25
#GivingTuesday
