Gen Z Changing Relations In Today's World
Gen Z – Changing Relationships In Today’s World Saiyid Hafsa Hasan M.Ed. Part 1 (Mentee) Academic Year 2025-2026 Dr. Pratima Mishra Associate Professor (Mentor) H. G. M. Azam College Of Education Dr. P. A. Inamdar University, Azam Campus, Pune, Maharashtra, India. Introduction Every generation brings a shift in how people think, live, and relate to one another. Generation Z (born roughly between 1997 and 2012) is no exception. Known as digital natives , Gen Z has grown up in a world saturated with smartphones , social media , global connectivity , and rapid cultural changes . These experiences have shaped how they view friendships, family, romance, work, and community. Unlike previous generations that relied heavily on face-to-face interaction, Gen Z navigates relationships through a hybrid model of online and offline connections . This transformation in relational patterns raises important questions: • How are Gen Z’s friendships and romantic ties different from earl...