The Next Generation of Faith: Journeys, Meaning and Wellbeing
- When: 13th November, Thursday
- Time: 1:00-1:30pm UK / 8am ET
- Zoom: Register here
Join the UK Faith@Work network Thursday, 13th Nov. for a fascinating presentation of the Institute for the Impact of Faith in Life’s latest report, The Next Generation of Faith: Journeys, Meaning and Wellbeing.
The study reveals a profound generational shift in how faith is experienced and understood in Britain. Among 18–34-year-olds, faith is increasingly seen not as a social inheritance but as a personal journey tied to emotional and mental wellbeing. This contrasts with older generations who continue to view faith as a stable, inherited framework for life. The report highlights how younger adults are more likely to engage with faith through digital platforms, seek personal transformation, and leave religious communities when they feel unsupported—signaling a more autonomous and emotionally driven approach to spirituality.
The report, authored by Rania Mohiuddin-Agir, draws on extensive survey data and offers a nuanced portrait of a generation reimagining faith on its own terms. It underscores the need for religious institutions and communities to adapt—not only to the digital habits of younger people but also to their emotional and existential needs.
*Rania Mohiuddin-Agir is very passionate about gaining a better understanding of civic participation and community dynamics. She has completed a BA in International Relations from King’s College London, and an MSc in Sociology and Global Change from the University of Edinburgh. Committed to empowering inclusive communities, she contributes to social change through her research and advocacy.