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New survey examines youth resilience across 9 countries
(Gothenburg. April 16, 2024) Educatius is proud to announce the publication of the Global Youth Resilience Index, a pioneering study that marks a significant milestone in its Global Youth Resilience Initiative. By examining the resilience of youth across various cultural backgrounds, this comprehensive report offers critical insights for educators, industry leaders, researchers, and all stakeholders involved in the education and development of young people.
The Global Youth Resilience Index by Educatius is based on the Adolescence Resilience Questionnaire (ARQ), developed to examine internal and social resilience-enhancing factors in youth. The ARQ was developed by researchers at the Murdoch Children’s Research Institute (MCRI) in Melbourne, Australia.
Conducted by independent research organization Yougov*, the survey queried over 4,000 teenagers from nine countries across four continents in their own language. This extensive research explores the multifaceted aspects of youth resilience, such as confidence, negative cognition, social skills, and connectedness to family, friends, and school across different cultures. It examines the impact of social media use, the benefits of international exposure, gender differences in resilience, and the influence of activities on youth resilience, providing a nuanced understanding of the factors that bolster well-being of today’s teens.
One of the findings of the report revealed significant gender differences in resilience, with boys generally reporting higher resilience-related factors than girls. This insight calls for tailored support within educational and social programs to ensure inclusivity and responsiveness to the needs of all participants.
Additionally, the report highlights the significant role of international exposure in enhancing youth resilience. Teenagers with experiences such as travel without parents or engagement in activities abroad tend to exhibit higher resilience levels, emphasizing the value of student exchange programs in promoting psychological and social well-being.
"The Global Youth Resilience Index offers a roadmap for the evolution of student support and education. It calls on global stakeholders to embrace the diversity of adolescent experiences, cultivate resilience through meaningful cultural exchanges, and prepare youth for a world that is increasingly interconnected and complex," said John Cedergårdh, CEO of Educatius. "This initiative is a testament to our commitment to not only providing educational opportunities but also to ensuring the holistic development of the students we serve."
The Global Youth Resilience Initiative extends beyond this research. Educatius collaborates with experienced staff, partners, and teen mental health professionals to provide a comprehensive support system for international students studying high school programs abroad. This includes interactive resilience training for students, host families, natural parents, and staff, all designed with the students' well-being in mind.
Educatius Group's Global Youth Resilience Initiative, highlighted by this index, represents a significant step forward in preparing today’s youth for tomorrow.
*The survey was conducted by the YouGov analysis institute. A total of 4,079 adolescents aged 16-20 were interviewed using CAWI methodology during the period of 6 - 14 September 2023.
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With 21 years of experience and a presence in 22 countries, Educatius is a global leader in academic exchange programs. Annually, we facilitate enriching educational experiences for over 8,000 high school students from 60 countries across the USA, UK, Ireland, Europe, Australia, Canada, and online. We also ensure rewarding experiences for our host families and partners. Beyond our core programs, Educatius is committed to making a positive global impact. We improve access to education through Aiducatius, contribute to environmental sustainability via tree-planting in Tanzania, foster resilience among youth through the Global Youth Resilience Initiative, and offset the carbon footprint of our students' international flights. At Educatius, we believe in the power of education and its potential to create a better world.
About Murdoch Children’s Research Institute:
Murdoch Children's Research Institute is the largest child health research institute in Australia committed to making discoveries and developing treatments to improve child and adolescent health in Australia and around the world. They are pioneering new treatments, trialling better vaccines and improving ways of diagnosing and helping sick babies, children and adolescents. It is one of the only research institutes in Australia to offer genetic testing to find answers for families of children with previously undiagnosed conditions.
