Regional overview of responses FIGURE 19 10 0 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100Latin AmericaEurope and Eurasia Sub-Saharan Africa South Asia North America and Caribbean Middle East and North Africa ASEAN and Paciﬁc Greater China and North Asia52.3%32.8% 35.4% 43.5% 64.6% 39.1%1084 responses778 responses 665 responses 662 responses 345 responses 535 responses 238 responses 267 responses % of respondents25% Benchmark 27.7% 30.2% Limitations of the data As in previous years, all data presented in this report is based on self-reported information from members of the Global Shapers Community. While internal validation measures were applied, the figures have not been independently audited. Secondly, response rates to the survey vary by regional engagement levels. Despite these limitations, the consistency of responses across regions and the breadth of participation provide a strong insight into how young people perceive the world around them. This section presents the demographic profile of survey respondents, covering regional distribution, age, gender identity and financial situation, complemented by indicators of education, employment, sector and industry. Age and regional representation The survey covers the following regions: North America and the Caribbean, Latin America, Europe and Eurasia, North and East Asia, South Asia, Asia Pacific and Oceania, Middle East and North Africa, and Sub-Saharan Africa. Beyond extensive regional distribution, the dataset highlights the diversity of perspectives that define the community. The target group of the survey is 18-30 years; a majority of respondents are in their mid-20s and nearly half are 26-29 years old. Education and employment pathways Educational and professional trajectories are equally varied. Nearly 7 in 10 respondents are university graduates, while 1 in 5 are current students. Employment patterns range from full-time roles to A.2 Demography Youth Pulse 2026: Insights from the next generation for a changing world 51