Publication Date
2025
Presentation Length
15 minutes
College
College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences
Department
Public Relations, Department of
Student Level
Undergraduate
Faculty Mentor
Dr. Christie Kleinmann
Metadata/Fulltext
Fulltext
Presentation Type
Talk/Oral
Summary
This study examines the factors contributing to the generational gap in civic participation, with a focus on smaller-scale elections. Using both quantitative and qualitative data, the research identifies barriers to local and state electoral participation among Generation Z and provides recommendations for civic organizations seeking to increase youth voter turnout.
Recommended Citation
Allen, Avery, "Gen Z Voter Turnout: An Analysis of Barriers to Participation in State and Local Elections" (2025). SPARK Symposium Presentations. 1161.
https://repository.belmont.edu/spark_presentations/1161
Included in
Civic and Community Engagement Commons, Other Social and Behavioral Sciences Commons, Public Policy Commons, Quantitative, Qualitative, Comparative, and Historical Methodologies Commons, Social Influence and Political Communication Commons, Social Statistics Commons
