The Relationship between Religious Activity and Characteristics of Ethnic Identity among Tatar Youth

In the context of modern religious and socio-political processes, the formation of ethnic identity among youth requires special att ention. Religion serves as a spiritual support and foundation of values and traditions in the face of social changes for the younger generation and youth. Purpose: To investigate the relationship between religious activity and characteristics of ethnic identity among Tatar youth. Hypothesis: There is a correlation between religious activity and characteristics of ethnic identity among Tatar youth. Participants: Tatar youth (n = 450), aged 19 to 28 years (M = 21.6, SD = 2.9). Results: Signifi cant correlational relationships were established between religious activity and various aspects of ethnic identity, confi rming the importance of religious activity as a foundation for the formation of identity among Tatar youth.