Gen Z Around the World: Understanding the Global Cohort Culture of Generation Z

As Generation Z transitions into adulthood, communication, technology, commerce, education, politics, health, travel, and work have become increasingly globalized. But, most studies about Generation Z have been conducted independently by researchers in various countries regarding their specific populations. While this is useful from a national perspective, these studies typically employ different methodologies, survey questions, and even timing, making it challenging to compare data across geographic and cultural boundaries. More so, it becomes challenging to gain an understanding of the global Generation Z cohort.

Gen Z Around the World, however, incorporates research from eighty-one countries to provide a holistic view of Generation Z. The researchers present chapters on everything ranging from communication, happiness, and learning styles to emotional wellbeing, career values, and social change.

Learning about Generation Z from a worldwide perspective can expand our understanding to better work with, engage with, supervise, and educate young people in every corner of the globe.

Corey Seemiller is an award-winning professor in the Department of Leadership Studies in Education and Organizations at Wright State University, USA, teaching undergraduate courses in organizational leadership as well as graduate courses in leadership development and student affairs and higher education. She co-leads research for the Institute for Generational Research and Education and is a professional speaker and consultant for Fortune 10, 50, and 500 companies on topics related to Generation Z.

Meghan Grace is a generational researcher, international speaker, consultant, author, and host of the podcast, #GenZ. In her role at Plaid (LLC), USA, she oversees the firm’s operations in delivering thought-provoking learning experiences through curriculum design, research and data strategies, and organizational development. She also co-leads research for the Institute for Generational Research and Education.