“On International Youth Day 2024, it is highlighted that young Argentines aged 18 to 24, despite their commitment to social causes and their active participation in digital networks, face significant challenges such as high levels of stress, mental and physical health problems, and a worrying digital vulnerability,” he says. Constanza Cilley, Executive Director of Voices.
Young people overwhelmed by social media
According to a public opinion study conducted by Voices in Argentina about technology and related concerns, it shows that half (46%) of the young from 16 to 24 years old claims to be aware of what happens to your personal information after sharing it on the Internetwhile the other half argues the opposite.
This data, while underlining the growing awareness of digital privacy in this segment, also highlights the need for continue to strengthen education and awareness regarding the safe and responsible management and use of personal data. In this sense, the study also shows that Concerns about data security persistwith 4 out of 10 youths showing concern when sharing your personal information digitally.
In addition, hyperconnection and online behavior They do not seem to be free of risks: he 46% of the young He says he feels overwhelmed for the use of social networks.
However, despite these concerns, the 64% of the young recognizes the value of technology in their daily lives, highlighting its usefulness as a key tool for better organization.
“These findings reflect a Youth who, while alert to the risks associated with the digital age and recognizes how she can get caught up in it, too declares to take advantage of the opportunities that technology offers to simplify and improve their daily lives,” the study says.
Technology becomes a key tool to channel solidarity
A study conducted by Voices along with Qendar – Human Marketing for a Better Society and the Center for Social Innovation at the University of San Andrésunder the initiative Culture of Givingoffers an interesting insight into the solidarity and the Youth participation in social media and online campaigns.
The study reveals that Most young people perceive themselves as very or quite supportive (8 out of 10 respondents) and half express interest in actively working to solve some social, environmental or political issue. Likewise, a similar number of young people feels that he can influence social and political events.
As for the solidarity actions, Several notable trends stand out among young people. According to the Culture of Giving study, 3 out of 10 young people donated money to an NGO in the last 12 monthsand 4 out of 10 donated goods to these organizations in the last year.
The study also identifies other solidarity behaviors thatalthough they are not seen as formal donations, reflect the commitment of young people to their environment. In the last 12 months, 45% of young people have donated money to relatives or friends in need, 40% have provided direct financial support to people in vulnerable situations, and 35% have adopted an animal. These actions take place in a context where the most mobilizing causes for this group are hunger, poverty, the care and protection of animals, and support for homeless people.
Besides, 25% of young people have reduced their meat intakeand 5% declare themselves to be vegan/vegetarian (8% of young women vs. 2% of men their age), which shows changes in the type of traditional consumption of the population. Looking deeper into other activisms, Women stand out as the main protagonists: 18% of them have participated in marches and demonstrations, compared to 9% of men.
In this scenario, Technology plays a fundamental role in the link between youth and their social commitment. According to the study, 6 out of 10 Argentines between 18 and 24 years old They actively use digital platforms to inform themselves, share, and promote actions related to social, environmental, and political issues. For example, the 26% consume podcasts or videos on social, environmental or political issues, a 25% share or make content viral related and a 15% Sign or generate online petitions on these topics. In these three cases, a greater inclination is observed among women, compared to men who show a greater tendency to create content and participate in virtual meetings or webinars on these topics.
Social networks are a relevant channel in the entire solidarity journey of young peopleserving both as a gateway to the NGOs they support and as the main source of information about these organizations. In addition, they are the most used medium by NGOs to request donations from this segment, which reinforces their relevance in the connection between young people and charitable causes.
Mental and physical health of young Argentines
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In the current context, the Mental and physical health of young people is presented as a silent but urgent challenge. When evaluating your general healtha study by Voices and WIN shows that while 7 out of 10 young people perceive themselves as healthy or very healthyothers 3 out of 10 evaluate their health negatively.
He Stress is the most critical area for young people Argentines. 72% of young people rate their stress level as bad, which is a notable difference with the global average of 36% in this same segment. This figure underlines the serious mental health crisis faced by young people, which is also more pronounced among women.
He physical condition It also shows a worrying trend. 52% of young people perceive their physical condition as “quite good” or “very good”, compared to 38% who evaluate it negatively, and are more critical than the older segment (65 and older). This indicates that when evaluating their physical condition, young people face greater challenges in their well-being compared to other age groups.
The quality of the dream, Although less critical, it is also an area of concern. 52% of young people rate their sleep quality as “quite good” or “very good”, while 42% perceive it as negative.
What about violence and insecurity in this segment?
In several of the metrics evaluated in Voices’ studies, women emerge as the most affected. Such is the case of suffering from violence and insecurity.
He 74% of young Argentinian women in this age range She says she feels unsafe walking alone at night in her neighborhood, a figure that exceeds the national average and underlines the need for a safe environment that allows new generations to develop fully.
The Voices study also reveals that Young women are the most affected by physical or psychological violence. Globally, 27% of women aged 18 to 24 have experienced violence in the past year. In Argentina, 55% of young women aged 25 to 34 report having been victims of violence, an alarming figure that exceeds the national average of 44%.
In the world and in Argentina, The youngest are those who have experienced the most sexual harassment in the last twelve months. 19% of women surveyed worldwide between 18 and 24 years of age say so, versus 10% of the total. In Argentina, it is young women between 25 and 34 years of age who say so the most, with 20% of mentions versus 12% of the total.
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