The Impact of Facebook Use on Political Self-efficacy and Online Political Participation among Young Voters

Abstract

Young voters are usually the most frequent social media users which has an effect to shape their political attitudes and behaviors. This study was designed to test the role of Facebook use, political self-efficacy in online and offline political participation among young voters. A survey was developed and conducted to measure the study variables. A sample of (N = 304) young voters was selected through convenience sampling. Results revealed that Facebook use, political self-efficacy in online and offline political participation were positively correlated with each other. Facebook use and political self-efficacy were found predictors of online and offline political participation. Male voters were found more frequent users of Facebook and participate more in online and offline political activities. The research has practical implication in political behaviors shaping.