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Gen Z Researchers React to Voices of Gen Z Findings

Research shows that for Black students, success is often defined by a more holistic view of student experience. Hear two student researchers share their insights on the findings and their experiences.

Gen Z Attitudes
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Black Students Are Optimistic about Themselves, Their Lives, and Their Futures

Black Gen Zers consistently report higher levels of optimism and fulfillment compared to their peers. What can we learn from their experiences to build a more effective education system?

Gen Z Attitudes
Schools & Curriculum

Black Gen Zers Thriving, Shaping Meaningful Futures

Fifty-five percent of Black Gen Zers report that they are currently "thriving." Hear from high school senior Destiny Smith and eighth grader Jaleel Moore on the factors and experiences that have shaped their positive outlook.

Gen Z Attitudes
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Gen Zers’ Desire To Stay In Their Rural Communities Complicated By Finding Local Opportunities For Growth

In partnership with Gallup, the Walton Family Foundation surveyed rural Gen Z students to understand their perspectives on their hometowns, their interest in moving away, and the key factors influencing their decisions.

Gen Z Attitudes
Access and Opportunity

Stay or Go? How Rural Gen Z Navigates Opportunity and Community Ties

Rural Gen Zers feel like they are being forced to choose between their close-knit communities and the promise of better opportunities for their future. But there's hope to reverse this trend — transforming rural communities into places where young people choose to build their futures is possible.

Gen Z Attitudes
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New Data Explores The Connection Between Gen Z’s Emotional Wellness And Future Success

The Walton Family Foundation and Gallup released new research from one of the largest national surveys tracking Gen Z's sentiments. The new study offers insights into Gen Z's views about their lives, schools, and future. This information may help readers enhance student experiences and help Gen Z thrive.

Mental Health & Wellbeing
Gen Z Attitudes

Water Is a Common Concern in Gen Z’s Climate Outlook

Research from Gallup and the Walton Family Foundation finds that a majority of Gen Zers from both political parties worry about water pollution and the health of fish and oceans.

Gen Z Attitudes

One in Three Gen Zers Believe They Won’t Have Enough Clean Water in the Future

New research examines Gen Z’s experiences with climate change through the lens of water. Their concerns about water issues cross party lines, span various regions.

Gen Z Attitudes
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2024 Voices of Gen Z Study

The Walton Family Foundation and Gallup released new research from one of the largest national surveys tracking Gen Z's sentiments. The new study offers insights into Gen Z's views about their lives, schools, and future. This information may help readers enhance student experiences and help Gen Z thrive.

Gen Z Attitudes
Access and Opportunity
Career Readiness