For many Gen Zers, the stakes couldn’t be higher. Growing up in an era marked by continuous global crises, from economic downturns and pandemics to escalating climate emergencies, they’ve inherited a world fraught with uncertainty. This frustration fuels their fervor for immediate and tangible change, driving them to participate in civic engagement and assert their right to question decisions that affect their future. The power of such activism lies not only in seeking changes from the top down but also in inspiring communities to self-organize and reimagine governance as a more participatory process.
Gen Z: The Torchbearers of a Global Protest Movement
