From 2021 Andaira and the Fad Youth Foundation (Fad Youth hereafter) have carried out research in several areas: mental health, the One Health, The use of technology for health care, or the impact of racism and xenophobia on young people, among others. These studies offer a detailed view of the challenges and opportunities that mark the youth experience in a context of constant change.

Mental health and youth inequality in Spain

The most recent of these studies, “Mental health and youth inequality in Spain”was carried out with Oxfam and the Youth Council. A mixed methodology was employed here, combining quantitative data analysis-primarily of the Youth, Health and Well-being Barometers of Fad Youth, The results of this research are based on the Foundation's own research, as well as other Foundation research and official statistics - and qualitative, through expert interviews, focus groups and triangulation.

The study concludes that Spain is facing a mental health emergency and that, in addition, inequalities and precariousness are the main drivers of this problem among young people. By 2023, for example, the number of young people with mental health problems will have risen by more than half by 2023. triplicate compared to 2017. These data highlight the need to develop policies that guarantee the stability and mental and emotional wellbeing of young people in Spain.

Youth positions on health care and environmental sustainability

The research “Youth positions on health care and environmental sustainability”offers an in-depth analysis of how young people in Spain perceive and respond to the climate crisis. Published in September 2024 together with the Pfizer Foundation, In addition, this study also seeks to make visible the approach of One Health-One Health“, a holistic and unifying approach that explains the balance between human, animal and ecosystem health, highlighting their close relationship and interdependence.

For this research, a survey was carried out among a representative sample of 1,219 young people from among 15 and 29 years old throughout Spain. The results revealed that the 90% expressed a high concern for the environment, while only one 31,7% knew the approach One Health.

Technological innovation applied to health care. The view of adolescents and young people

The importance given to health by young people, together with the generational stamp of technology in their lives, is what has led to Pfizer Foundation and Fad Juventud to develop together with Andaira the «Technological innovation applied to health care. The view of adolescents and young people«.

From the consultation on 1.500 young people between 15 and 29 years old, as well as experts in technology and health. The research revealed relevant data: the most widespread use of the Internet in relation to health is aimed at care, prevention and improvement of the user's wellbeing (approximately one third of the total). 79,3 % of respondents), followed by the search for symptoms (69,9%) and the search for information on the health problems of people close to them (67,1 %). It is also relevant that the 79,9 % of the young people who participated in the study say that the use of apps and digital tools has enabled them to have more information about their health and well-being. However, the research clarifies that these young people are not looking to replace the healthcare system with digital technologies, but to integrate the best and most useful of both.

Young People and Racism. Study on racist and xenophobic perceptions and attitudes among young people in Spain.

Finally, we would like to highlight here the 2022 study entitled “Young People and Racism. Study on racist and xenophobic perceptions and attitudes among young people in Spain.”. Based on a survey on racist and/or xenophobic behaviours, perceptions and attitudes among young people in Spain, the report reveals a mostly non-racist discourse, although a 25 % The research also addresses issues such as the influence of the close environment on racist and/or xenophobic attitudes, as well as the impact of having experienced discriminatory behaviour. In addition, the research addresses issues such as the influence of the close environment on racist and/or xenophobic attitudes, as well as the impact of having experienced discriminatory behaviour.

These studies provide a detailed snapshot of the challenges facing young people in Spain, from mental health and the relationship with the environment to the role of technology in well-being and the fight against discrimination. In a context of constant change, it is essential to understand these realities in order to promote public policies and strategies that guarantee the well-being and inclusion of the new generations.