Conducted by youth charity the Jack Petchey Foundation, the survey shows that the majority of young people are engaged in politics, have a strong sense of social responsibility and are not interested in fame and fortune.
The Listen Up! report, based on a poll of more than 6,000 11- to 25-year-olds and the result of focus groups in schools and youth projects, found that just two per cent of young people say becoming famous is very important and only 12 per cent admire wealth.
The charity is now urging politicians and the general public to recognise what young people do and give them the encouragement and support they need.
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