Teens hit summer break with nowhere left to go
Summary
Many teenagers find it hard to find public places to hang out during summer break because malls and other affordable spots are disappearing. Cities try to control large teen gatherings with curfews or rules, but experts say these approaches don’t solve the problem and sometimes unfairly punish all teens.Key Facts
- Teenagers have fewer places to gather without money or a car due to fewer malls and public hangouts.
- Large teen gatherings in cities are sometimes called "teen takeovers" by officials.
- Some cities use curfews and "no unaccompanied minors" rules to limit teen gatherings.
- Research shows curfews and restrictions often don’t work and hurt all teens, not just those causing trouble.
- Public spaces were often not designed for teens or meant to discourage them.
- Anti-loitering laws allow police to question teens just for hanging out, sometimes leading to unfair treatment.
- Teens want "third places" — spaces to spend time besides home, school, or work.
- Projects that involve teens in designing spaces, like The Pass in San Antonio, show that teens can help create better hangout spots.
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