| ID | 153596 |
| Title Proper | Societal transformation, public opinion and Saudi youth |
| Other Title Information | views from an academic elite |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Thompson, Mark C |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Saudi socio-politics is being affected by societal transformation; one that is being driven by a potent combination of demographics, improved education, wider access to the Internet and burgeoning new media usage. Whilst Saudi government decision-making remains ‘top-down’, the dynamic within this approach has shifted as the top-down system incorporates a consultation process that includes newly established civil society institutions. Nonetheless, of particular significance in Saudi Arabia is growing public awareness, particularly amongst young educated Saudis, of the need for government accountability, transparency and best-practices. |
| `In' analytical Note | Middle Eastern Studies Vol. 53, No.5; Sep 2017: p.834-857 |
| Journal Source | Middle Eastern Studies 2017-10 53, 5 |
| Key Words | Civil Society ; Public Opinion ; Saudi Women ; Societal Transformation ; Saudi Youth ; Academic Elite |