Gen Z is the first generation in history in which men are more religious than women. Why?

BLUF

Australia is becoming less religious overall, but the author argues young men are now more likely than young women to identify with a religion—a divide strongly linked to political ideology and growing gender-based political polarisation.

Learning Outcomes 

• Describe trends in religious affiliation across Australian generations.
• Analyse the relationship between gender, political ideology, and religious affiliation.
• Evaluate possible social and cultural factors influencing contemporary religious identity.