Reuters
Center for Information and Research on Civic Learning & Engagement (CIRCLE)
The Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) focuses on the political life of young people in the United States, especially those who are marginalized or disadvantaged. CIRCLE’s scholarly research informs policy and practice for healthier youth development and a better democracy.
The Center for Information & Research on Civic Learning and Engagement (CIRCLE) focuses on the political life of young people in the United States, especially those who are marginalized or disadvantaged. CIRCLE’s scholarly research informs policy and practice for healthier youth development and a better democracy.
CIRCLE in the News
Michigan Public Radio
The Mids: Will the youth vote?
This article references extensive research from CIRCLE on youth voter turnout in Michigan and nationally since 2020.
The Christian Science Monitor
In the US, civic participation is changing. What does that mean for communities?
CIRCLE's Sara Suzuki comments on the difficulty of Generation Z finding their “civic home,” saying if young people “find somewhere where they belong, somewhere where that attention can be translated into action, I think [that] would be really powerful.”
ABC 11
Young voters could play key role in NC Senate race: 'Want to be heard'
The 2026 Youth Electoral Significance Index study by CIRCLE is cited in this article that focuses on the impact that young voters will have in the North Carolina Senate election.
USA Today
This small voting bloc could decide Maine's Senate race
Leela Strong, senior director of CIRCLE, is quoted in this USA Today piece,"There seems to be a resonance with young people and candidates who hear and see their concerns, specifically about the economy and about challenging systems that aren't working." This article was reprinted in over 100 additional outlets.
WHYY Pennsylvania 12 TV