<![CDATA[The development of social media has transformed Generation Z's political education, particularly in understanding democracy and civic life. As a generation growing up in a digital environment, Generation Z obtains political information not only through conventional political socialization agents but also through social media, which provides a space for interaction, discussion, and the exchange of political information. This study aims to understand how Generation Z in Depok City interprets political education about democracy through social media, the role of social media in shaping their political education experiences, and their understanding of democratic values. The study used a qualitative approach with phenomenological methods and was analyzed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis (IPA). Data were obtained through in-depth interviews with Generation Z informants who actively access political information through social media. The results indicate that Generation Z's understanding of democracy is formed through the interaction of social and digital experiences. Democracy is defined as a life value that emphasizes freedom of expression, participation, tolerance, and civic responsibility. Social media serves as a political education space that expands access to information and raises political awareness. These experiences drive a transformation in understanding democracy and shape awareness of political participation as part of civic responsibility in the digital era.]]>
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