Gen Z – The Generation That Will Change The World
Gen Z (born roughly between 1997 and 2012) is the first generation to grow up fully inside the digital, connected world – facing climate anxiety, economic uncertainty, mental health pressures and also unprecedented tools, creativity and global awareness.
GENZGATE is built as a respectful bridge: giving Gen Z space to speak, create and lead, while helping parents, schools and partners really listen.
Key characteristics of Gen Z
Not every young person is the same – but there are strong patterns we see across countries and cultures.
- Connected and informed: most Gen Z get their news, ideas and inspirations online – not from TV.
- Value authenticity: they prefer honest, direct communication over polished marketing.
- Care about justice: climate, Palestine, racism, inequality and corruption are not “distant topics”.
- Mental health matters: anxiety, burnout and loneliness are common and need safe spaces.
- Want to build, not just watch: they look for platforms where they can create, test and lead.
Why GENZGATE exists for Gen Z
Many platforms use Gen Z attention as a product. GENZGATE moves in the opposite direction:
- Creating calm spaces instead of noise and constant distraction.
- Inviting Gen Z to co-design challenges, competitions and projects.
- Giving parents and teachers tools to understand this generation more deeply.
- Building bridges with schools, NGOs and values-based partners.
If you are Gen Z, you are not just a “user” here – you are a partner in shaping what comes next.
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We are preparing deeper research and guides about Gen Z for families, schools and organisations.