Values and Identities. A policymaker’s guide

Abstract: This report presents the state-of-the-art scientific knowledge on values and identities from an interdisciplinary perspective. Values are said to be the dominating forces in life and identities represent who we are and to whom we belong. Both shape the political landscape in democracies and have gained in importance in recent decades. The report contains important insights for policymakers to adapt their work to the challenges of our time, including a dedicated toolbox section. The scientific review and toolbox are complemented by findings from a dedicated Eurobarometer on values and identities commissioned for this purpose. Manuscript completed in September 2021 This publication is a Science for Policy report by the Joint Research Centre (JRC), the European Commission’s science and knowledge service. It is part of the series Facts4EUFuture, a stream of reports for the future of Europe. It aims to provide evidence-based scientific support to the European policymaking process. The scientific output expressed does not imply a policy position of the European Commission. Neither the European Commission nor any person acting on behalf of the Commission is responsible for the use that might be made of this publication. For information on the methodology and quality underlying the data used in this publication for which the source is neither Eurostat nor other Commission services, users should contact the referenced source. The designations employed and the presentation of material on the maps do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of the European Union concerning