Politically engaged – but ‘very much’ worried about buying a home: study reveals young Australians’ anxieties
Summary
A study of young Australians aged 19-24 found that most are very worried about being able to buy a home, more than about climate change or finding a job. The study also revealed that young people distrust politicians and the media but remain actively engaged in political discussions and actions.Key Facts
- Nearly 75% of young Australians in the study said they are very concerned about housing affordability.
- Fewer young people were worried about global economic problems (42%) and climate change (41%).
- About 40% were concerned about finding a job in their chosen field.
- Only 15% of respondents trusted politicians or political parties.
- Trust in social media news was as low as trust in politicians (15%), and traditional news media had only slightly more trust (18%).
- Hospitals (86%), scientists (75%), and police (66%) were the most trusted institutions among young people.
- Just 11% believed that people can have a meaningful say in government decisions, and 38% said politics is too complicated to understand.
- Despite low trust, over 80% signed online petitions, 31% attended protests, and many engaged in online political or social campaigns.
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