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Citizenship Norms in Eastern Europe
Social Indicators Research
|April 15, 2010
Summary
This study explores what constitutes good citizenship in Poland, Slovenia, the Czech Republic, and Hungary. Findings reveal significant differences in civic mindedness across these Eastern European nations, challenging monolithic views.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Political Science
- Sociology
Background:
- Eastern European research often overlooks citizen perspectives on good citizenship.
- Existing studies focus on civil society weakness and political/social involvement.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine citizens' definitions of good citizenship in Poland, Slovenia, the Czech Republic, and Hungary.
- To investigate civic mindedness levels and their correlates in these nations.
Main Methods:
- Utilized 2002 European Social Survey data.
- Conducted regression analyses to correlate civic/political participation factors with citizenship norms.
Main Results:
- Mean levels of civic mindedness significantly varied across the four studied Eastern European countries.
- Found partial support for traditional theories linking civic/political participation to citizenship norms.
- Demonstrated that individual characteristics influence citizenship norms differently in each country.
Conclusions:
- Eastern Europe is not a homogeneous bloc regarding citizenship norms.
- Country-specific factors are crucial for understanding citizenship definitions and civic engagement.
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