Youth can be defined as an individual, male, female, within the spectrum or non-binary under the age of 21 years old. Youths may identify within any gender identity or expression and any of the sexual orientations/identifier groups. In 2021, it was estimated that there would be 2.7 billion (32.7%) youths worldwide
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"In youth, we learn; in age, we understand."
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- Under 21 years of age
- Any gender identity
- Any sexuality orientation/identifier
- 26% (just over a quarter) of the world’s population is under the age of 15
- Figures vary; however, it is estimated that over 40% of LGBTQIA+ youth have experienced homelessness at some point
- According to research carried out by the CDC in 2015, 28% have been bullied electronically, which is and has continued to grow each year
- 18% of LGBT students have been forced to have sexual intercourse at some point, and 18% have experienced physical dating violence
- In research carried out by the HRC Foundation in 2018, of all 12,000 LGBT respondents that formed part of the study, ninety-five per cent of LGBTQIA+ youth reported trouble sleeping at night
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Myths, Molecules, Meaning: The Science of Sexual Orientation
Scientific research in genetics, neuroscience, psychology, and anthropology has significantly transformed our understanding of LGBTQIA+ identities. Research has established that there is no single “gay” or “transgender” gene; instead, evidence points to a complex mix of biological, developmental, and environmental influences, showing that these variations are natural parts of human diversity. Variations in LGBTQIA+ identities have been observed across cultures and throughout the animal kingdom, suggesting they have long existed and are a normal aspect of life. Explore the history, science, and evolving research behind sexuality and gender identity, and how understanding in this field has changed more in the last century than in the thousands of years that preceded it.
Generation Enlightened: Gen Z Navigating Identity in Turbulent Times
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Vibing with Gen-Z: Your Guide to the new terms
Wow, what Rizz, or you have been ghosted, are Gen Z terms that have been popularised and have now become part of modern language and communication. With each generation comes a unique set of words, phrases, slang, and communication styles that reflect that generation’s cultural experiences, technological influences, and social changes. While these terms are often understood within a specific group, some words and phrases may be unfamiliar or seem outdated to others. Let us explore 12 of the most commonly used Gen Z terms and what they actually mean.
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