Young people are mobilising more than ever before for democracy. Hopes are high that the young can act as a democratic catalyst to turn back the powerful wave of authoritarianism across the world. But is this really possible? This report examines what is driving young people to mobilise, how powerful their engagement is, and what kinds of political participation they are developing. Much is written about youth participation; this report gives the word to young people from around the world to let them speak on these issues. They correct some of the conventional wisdom about youth political participation and reveal the complex dynamics of young people’s role in and for democracy today.

The issue has become vitally important. The year 2025 witnessed a surge in youth-led protests, mainly associated with Generation Z, and many revolts have continued into 2026. The large-scale mobilisation of young people has reignited debates on political representation, participation, resilience, and democratic renewal. Common patterns emerge across countries that have witnessed youth-led mobilisations over the past year, despite the diversity of the contexts. Limited economic opportunities, persistent inequalities, restrictions on civic freedoms and expression, and entrenched political elitism all contribute to mounting frustration among young people.

Despite much comment and analysis, the critical question remains insufficiently explored: are current political systems, institutions, and governance models open and responsive to youth participation?

There might be no single answer as to whether increased youth political participation directly strengthens and sustains democracies. But one principle stands firm: inclusive democracy depends on broad societal engagement, including from the largest age cohort globally – young people.^[i] Yet political representation of the younger generation remains disproportionately low, and not just because of increasing disillusionment with politics among young people. Despite the youth’s demographic strength, political systems are often closed, exclusionary, and at times openly resistant to meaningful youth participation.

Entering political spaces can be extremely challenging for young people, who face a range of structural and cultural barriers. These include the high costs, both monetary and non-monetary, of running for office; age-related eligibility restrictions; closed or unfair electoral processes; gender inequality; and sociopolitical environments that are often unsupportive of or discouraging to youth leadership.^[ii] These intersecting obstacles significantly reduce young people’s motivation and the appeal of formal political engagement.[iii]

This report dissects the different ways in which young civic and political actors are responding to these challenges. It offers an unprecedented range of case studies from all world regions, undertaken by young experts close to these debates. The report challenges the view of young people as a homogeneous group of disillusioned and disengaged citizens. It points instead to a variety of forms of youth-led political participation and explores the implications of these strategies for democratic change. Young people emerge as a democratic catalyst, but not necessarily in the ways often assumed to be the case.

The power of data: the Global Youth Participation Index

This report flows from a new index designed to highlight trends in youth participation. Recognising the essential value of research and data for driving change for youth participation, the European Partnership for Democracy (EPD) launched the first-ever Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI) in 2025. The GYPI tracks and compares data on youth participation from 141 countries across four dimensions: political affairs, the socioeconomic context, elections, and civic space. According to the index, low scores, particularly on the political affairs dimension, are not limited to regions where democracy is new or fragile but are a global phenomenon.^[iv]

The GYPI does not show uniform disengagement, which is often assumed to be the main feature of young people’s attitudes to politics. Rather, the trends are nuanced and varied across contexts. In many places, apparent disengagement from traditional forms of politics has been challenged by other forms of participation whose democratic potential has been ignored or undermined.

Across these alternative forms, many turn to informal spaces, particularly social media and other digital platforms, to express their views, organise, and mobilise. Online engagement has significantly expanded the opportunities for youth participation, but it also poses considerable risks and threats. Digital spaces are not safe from the rapid spread of radical, extremist, and populist narratives, many of which deliberately target young people’s vulnerabilities.

All of this is happening in the context of rapidly shrinking and even closing civic space. Another important finding of the GYPI is that civic space tends to be more open to youth participation than do political affairs or elections. Research also shows that young people have been experiencing a move from apathy to antipathy, as the young seem to be increasingly embracing illiberal preferences and hostility towards democratic institutions whose structures and performance are no longer deemed adequate to respond to young citizens’ needs.[v]

Lessons and insights

To complement the GYPI with qualitative research, the EPD commissioned case studies from members of our Young Researchers’ Network. Their 12 chapters provide a rich breadth and depth of information and examples that shed new light on youth participation.^[vi]

The following studies weave together research and policy findings on youth engagement. They lay out recommendations to promote and sustain a meaningful and transformative approach to youth participation in both formal and informal decision-making. The case studies offer diverse, thought-provoking, and timely reflections on the challenges and opportunities of youth engagement in different contexts. From the studies, five key messages and insights emerge.

First, all contributions point to the need to move beyond the simple question of whether young people engage, and instead to focus on how youth engagement takes place and why it assumes particular forms. This shift in perspective allows for a more nuanced understanding of the drivers, modalities, and motivations that underlie youth participation.

Second, the contributions suggest a mixed picture with regard to the claim that young people prefer informal forms of engagement over mainstream political participation. While some authors do highlight this tendency, others reveal an increasing willingness among young people to challenge thestatus quo by seeking to transform political channels and institutional structures from within.

Third, several of the challenges identified in the contributions operate at the macro level, whereas others are rooted in the micro-context of specific national settings. This duality underscores the importance of engaging simultaneously with broad, structural trends and specific local realities.

Fourth, the case studies demonstrate that the role of a specific regime – or the broader political context under analysis – is more significant in explaining variations in outcomes than are the differences between young people and other segments of the population. In other words, contextual political factors often outweigh generational divides in shaping patterns of engagement.

Last but not least, an in-depth reading of the contributions highlights a paradox. On the one hand, survey data indicates that a growing number of young people are drawn towards illiberal values, parties, and/or regimes. On the other hand, illiberal regimes often impose such restrictions on youth engagement that they push young people towards more radical positions in defence of fundamental liberal rights. These two dynamics coexist and interact, dispelling an overly simplistic narrative that portrays young people as moving inexorably and uniformly closer to authoritarianism.

Case studies

The report presents the following 12 case studies, which explore the diverse layers and angles of youth participation.

Dércio Tsandzana analyses Mozambique’s #PovoNoPoder movement and its online engagement to challenge the narrative of the country’s young people as passive, instead portraying them as closely involved outside the traditional political system. However, Tsandzana also highlights the contradictions and non-linear evolution of this youth engagement, bringing to the fore the valuable contributions of young Mozambicans through digital activism.

Mehmet İlhanlı discusses how the securitisation of young people in Türkiye, which intensified after the 2013 Gezi Park protests, has constrained and reshaped their political engagement. According to İlhanlı, young people are the demographic most affected by the country’s democratic decline, as they are being excluded, stigmatised, and securitised. Despite young people’s efforts to seek alternative spaces for political expression and activism, their continued stigmatisation by the government will have a profound negative impact on Türkiye’s democratisation.

Obaa Akua Konadu-Osei writes about the cost of politics in Ghana, with a particular focus on the intersection between youth and gender as well as the way in which access to financial resources creates a barrier to parliamentary aspirations. The case study highlights the fundamental challenges young Ghanaians face in fully entering democratic channels, even when they are highly engaged and mobilised in the country’s political landscape. Such obstacles, according to Konadu-Osei, are similar for women and youth, implying a need to rethink political-party funding to give young people fairer access to the political system.

Ajda Hedžet investigates the Free El Hiblu 3 campaign to explore how young migrant men claim their voice from the margins of systems that often silence them. The case highlights the limits of institutional recognition, the criminalisation of young migrants, and the digital struggle for justice. It illustrates how political agency and demands for justice are enacted outside formal institutions. The campaign underscores that Europe’s migration governance is both a site of contestation and a front line for democratic renewal.

Olga Paredes Brítez carries out a comparative analysis of municipal youth policies in Buenos Aires (Argentina) and Asunción (Paraguay). Both municipalities have adopted a vision of young people as “adults in the making” – an adult-centric approach that hinders the recognition and empowerment of young people as full political subjects. The case study provides an additional layer of analysis through the perspective of municipal-level youth engagement and discusses the decentralisation and municipalisation processes in the two countries.

Oripha Chimwara explores the impact of Zimbabwe’s quota system of reserved parliamentary seats for young candidates in creating positive ripple effects for youth engagement in the country. Chimwara also analyses the obstacles to young Zimbabweans’ political participation that remain despite this positive step: administrative hurdles, the cost of politics, and a pervasive patronage system.

Mark Ortiz examines intergenerational politics through the 1970 United Nations (UN) World Youth Assembly, highlighting the complexities of youth representation and the lessons for multilateral engagement today. Ortiz compares this gathering with the UN’s 2024 Summit of the Future, where meaningful youth participation was central in reflecting commitments in the UN’s Youth2030 strategy. The two cases illustrate the enduring impact of youth leadership on the ethos and practice of multilateralism.

Ellie Catherall analyses how and to what extent young people’s voices were represented and included in the drafting of Chile’s 2023 proposed constitution. The analysis shows that despite young people’s view that a new constitution should be representative of Chilean society, the dominance of right-wing parties in the drafting process meant the status quo was maintained. Besides this exclusion of youth voices, young Chileans also felt increasingly detached from the process because of a lack of reliable and impartial information.

Wasal Naser Faqiryar describes how young people in Afghanistan are finding alternative channels to express their grievances, ideas, and dreams to counter the oppressive grip of the Taliban regime. Faqiryar identifies art and other creative forms of expression as fundamental avenues that remain possible, as they pass under the radar of the regime’s control. The chapter also discusses social media as an important platform for the amplification and diffusion of the concerns, needs, and desires of young Afghans.

Ambar Kumar Ghosh presents the importance of youth representation in the democratic life of India, a country with a large young population. The analysis looks at the most significant challenges for young Indians in engaging in parliamentary politics: the cost of politics, the role of established parties in nominating young candidates, disillusionment about political careers, the pervasiveness of dynastic politics, and gender disparities. Ghosh argues that granting young people access to legislative politics would have a positive impact on India’s governance structures.

Dechen Rabgyal explains the minimal engagement of Bhutan’s young people in traditional politics through the lens of democratic elitism. Rabgyal shows how despite civil and democratic programmes equipping young Bhutanese to run for office, a requirement for parliamentary candidates to have at least 10 years’ professional experience reproduces inequalities and excludes a significant portion of Bhutan’s young people from the country’s legislature. The case study highlights the importance of adopting a more realistic approach to ensuring youth engagement.

Finally, Intifar Chowdhury writes about the evolving political relevance of mainstream parties in Australia, analysing how younger generations, disillusioned with traditional parties, are moving away from them. Chowdhury highlights a disconnect between the political priorities of younger voters and traditional political parties, which creates a risk of dealignment. In addition, the chapterexamines how young Australians are more closely linked to issue-based politics, on topics such as climate change, education, and housing, than to traditional party-political divisions.

These case studies aim to spark important discussions of the multiple layers and dimensions of youth political participation. Beyond highlighting diverse experiences and approaches, they provide insights that can inform research and advocacy for more meaningful youth involvement. We encourage readers to engage with these studies, which can support efforts to strengthen young people’s agency and influence. In an age when so much hinges on youth participation, this report gives a voice to a unique range of young writers from around the world to shape these debates.

Ana Mosiashvili is a research and programmes manager at the European Partnership for Democracy (EPD).

Sara Canali is a doctoral researcher at Ghent University and UNU-CRIS.

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The Young Researchers’ Network is an initiative developed in the framework of the European Democracy Hub and EPD’s Women and Youth in Democracy WYDE Civic Engagement project, supported by the European Union.

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^[i] “United Nations Sustainable Development Goals”, United Nations, https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/youth/.

^[ii] “Cost of Politics”, Westminster Foundation for Democracy, https://costofpolitics.net/.

[iii] Gerardo Berthin, “Why Are Youth Dissatisfied with Democracy?”, Freedom House, 14 September 2023, https://freedomhouse.org/article/why-are-youth-dissatisfied-democracy.

^[iv] Brit Anlar et al., “The Global Youth Participation Index: Report 2025”, European Partnership for Democracy, 2025, https://gypi.studiopompelmoes.eu/assets/images/GYPI-Final-Report.pdf.

[v] Roberto Foa and Yascha Mounk, The Danger of Deconsolidation: The Democratic Disconnect (Cambridge, Massachusetts: Harvard Kennedy School, 2019).

^[vi] “The Young Researchers’ Network”, Youth Democracy Cohort, https://youthdemocracycohort.com/the-young-researchers-network/.

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Yusuff is a founder of YouthElect under iLEAD AFRICA, and has launched several initiatives empowering youth in political engagement. Through programs like the Young Political Leaders Forum, Campus Parliamentary Mentorship Programme, National Youth Parliamentary Conference, and Youth Agenda Summit Yusuf fosters dialogue, mentorship, and capacity-building for young leaders. His advocacy for the #NotTooYoungToRun bill led to its enactment in 2018, lowering the age for youth candidacy.

In 2019, Yusuff aimed to become the representative for Ibadan Northeast Constituency 1 in the Oyo State House of Assembly. His broad experience includes training over 10,000 young individuals throughout Africa in political leadership, civic engagement, and digital advocacy, cultivating a fresh cohort of civic leaders deeply engaged in political affairs.

Yusuff’s collaborations with the United Nations SDGs Action Campaign, United Nations Foundation, and UNODC in Nigeria illustrate his dedication to advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by empowering youth. His outstanding efforts have earned him prestigious national and international accolades, such as the United Development Young Achiever Leadership Award, GCPIT Global Sustainability Award in India, and selection as one of the 2023 Young Global Changers for the World Policy Forum’s Recouping Awards in Germany.

Through his initiatives, Yusuff remains a source of inspiration, catalysing positive transformation to foster resilient societies and shape sustainable futures.

On Youth Political Participation

“Youth participation in politics is not just a choice, it is a responsibility. The future of our nation depends on the active engagement, fresh perspectives, and innovative solutions that young people bring to the table.”

The WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-Makers unites young leaders under 36 years old who are active in politics and decision-making roles, aiming to enhance youth political participation. Members, hailing from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, will collaborate with peers and Club de Madrid Members to shape global agendas through Policy Labs, fostering informed collective action.

The WYDE Civic Engagement project is a component of the Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) by the European Commission. The project aims to empower youth voices, foster international cooperation, and address the gaps in evidence on youth political engagement. More info on the project can be found on EPD’s website.

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Understanding the intersection of technology and policy, Yvonne brings key expertise to her current role. Her academic background is in Environmental Studies and Community Development from Kenyatta University.

Yvonne has led government initiatives in digital transformation for healthcare, education, and agriculture, becoming known as a leader for her insights into emerging technologies and their economic impact.

She works closely with government and industry leaders and other stakeholders to shape policies that foster digital inclusion, and entrepreneurship and create an innovation-driven environment. Through research and analysis, she identifies opportunities and challenges in the digital landscape and develops solutions to benefit government and citizens alike.

Yvonne is dedicated to driving positive change through transformative leadership. Beyond her professional roles, she actively promotes digital literacy, mentors aspiring politicians, and advocates for diversity and inclusion in the digital economy. Her efforts aim to shape youth for a digital future, stimulate economic growth, and empower communities through technology.

On Youth Political Participation

“We have a powerful potential in our youth and we must have the courage to change old ideas and practices so that we may direct their power towards good ends.”

The WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-Makers unites young leaders under 36 years old who are active in politics and decision-making roles, aiming to enhance youth political participation. Members, hailing from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, will collaborate with peers and Club de Madrid Members to shape global agendas through Policy Labs, fostering informed collective action.

The WYDE Civic Engagement project is a component of the Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) by the European Commission. The project aims to empower youth voices, foster international cooperation, and address the gaps in evidence on youth political engagement. More info on the project can be found on EPD’s website.

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Joanne serves on committees focusing on Gender and Development, Women and Family, and Education. Her dedication has earned her prestigious awards such as the Outstanding Young Men of the Philippines, the Young Leaders Award, and the Award for Excellence in Advocacy Work presented by the National Movement of Young Legislators.

She has also been a recipient of several prestigious fellowships like the Young Southeast Asia Leaders Initiative, launched by the US government to empower young leaders in Southeast Asia, and the Vital Voices Engage Program for outstanding women in politics.

Joanne is also the founder of Candon Youth for Empowerment Movement, an organization encouraging volunteers to drive positive change. Her advocacy efforts are focused on gender and development, youth and women’s empowerment, LGBTQ+ rights, HIV/AIDS prevention, community libraries, youth in farming, and more.

She is also involved in video production for NGOs and teaches at St. Paul University Quezon City College of Mass Communication. She is also a dedicated mother, wife, daughter, and friend. Throughout her career, her insight and experiences have made her a popular speaker at conferences.

On Youth Political Participation

“The aggressive and male-dominated atmosphere in politics deters young women who aspire to run for public office. Developing leadership skills is crucial to boost their confidence, competence, and candidacy viability. Let us take part in persistently promoting and supporting young women’s involvement in public office.”

The WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-Makers unites young leaders under 36 years old who are active in politics and decision-making roles, aiming to enhance youth political participation. Members, hailing from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, will collaborate with peers and Club de Madrid Members to shape global agendas through Policy Labs, fostering informed collective action.

The WYDE Civic Engagement project is a component of the Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) by the European Commission. The project aims to empower youth voices, foster international cooperation, and address the gaps in evidence on youth political engagement. More info on the project can be found on EPD’s website.

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Before this current role, Emma was a Human Rights Lawyer in the Ministry of Justice, a Practicing Paralegal, and the Deputy Speaker of the Youth Parliament of Namibia and also served as the Junior Mayor of Windhoek.

She holds an LLB Honours Degree from the University of Namibia, a diploma in Business Management from Amity University, and a degree in Feminism and Gender Studies from the University of South Africa. Currently, she is pursuing a Master’s degree in ICT Policy and Regulation at the University of Witwatersrand.

Emma was named as one of the BBC’s 100 Most Influential Women in the World in 2021 among other nominations and recognitions, and in June 2022 she was awarded the United Nations Population Award Laureate in the Individual Category.

Emma is an Amujae Leader 2023. Since 2009, she has consistently advocated for youth empowerment and sustainable development, championing children’s rights in Namibia and collaborating with continental and global youth organisations to highlight the needs and voices of young people to decision-makers worldwide.

She is part of the World Youth Group, an organisation committed to uniting elected youth leaders globally to support UN initiatives. She runs several initiatives of her own like “Bring A Buddy to Parly” and “Digital Nomad” bringing young people closer to decision-making bodies and teaching them fundamental skills.

On Youth Political Participation

“Women show up every day. Women are good enough to raise Presidents, Kings, and Leaders, but we’re not good enough to be those leaders ourselves? We, young women, are also here and deserve a seat at the table.”

The WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-Makers unites young leaders under 36 years old who are active in politics and decision-making roles, aiming to enhance youth political participation. Members, hailing from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, will collaborate with peers and Club de Madrid Members to shape global agendas through Policy Labs, fostering informed collective action.

The WYDE Civic Engagement project is a component of the Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) by the European Commission. The project aims to empower youth voices, foster international cooperation, and address the gaps in evidence on youth political engagement. More info on the project can be found on EPD’s website.

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As a Chairman of the Social Democrats, Temirlan led the party’s path into the Parliament, securing victories in 7 city councils during local elections. His role in the party’s success was not only administrative but ideological as he campaigned for a parliamentary government.

At a young age, Temirlan became the youngest Vice President in the Socialist International’s 200-year history, highlighting his dedication to social democracy. His role enabled significant achievements, such as facilitating the release of former Kyrgyz president Almazbek Atambayev with the support of Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, demonstrating the party’s commitment to justice and democratic values.

Under Temirlan’s leadership, the Social Democrats established relationships with international organisations such as Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung and the International Republican Institute. Their recognition by the International Conference of Asian Political Parties demonstrates the party’s international collaboration and proactive approach.

Temirlan has a background in politics, economics, and law and believes his education is foundational to his leadership. He’s also been involved in anti-corruption initiatives with Transparency International and believes this has strengthened his understanding of democracy and human rights, while also enhancing his advocacy efforts against corruption. His political journey began early, winning the national history Olympiads and participating in activism that brought positive change to the community. As a result of these experiences, Temirlan is dedicated to advocating for social justice and democracy, and he hopes to develop these commitments through the Network of Young Decision-makers in the future.

On Youth Political Participation

“Politics without youth is politics without a future.”

The WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-Makers unites young leaders under 36 years old who are active in politics and decision-making roles, aiming to enhance youth political participation. Members, hailing from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, will collaborate with peers and Club de Madrid Members to shape global agendas through Policy Labs, fostering informed collective action.

The WYDE Civic Engagement project is a component of the Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) by the European Commission. The project aims to empower youth voices, foster international cooperation, and address the gaps in evidence on youth political engagement. More info on the project can be found on EPD’s website.

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On Youth Political Participation

“Slogans or mottos alone are not enough to increase youth participation in the decision- making process. There are many rules and regulations that block us from making decisions efficiently and effectively. We need to differentiate between having experience and having the necessary skill in order to achieve balance.”

The WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-Makers unites young leaders under 36 years old who are active in politics and decision-making roles, aiming to enhance youth political participation. Members, hailing from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, will collaborate with peers and Club de Madrid Members to shape global agendas through Policy Labs, fostering informed collective action.

The WYDE Civic Engagement project is a component of the Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) by the European Commission. The project aims to empower youth voices, foster international cooperation, and address the gaps in evidence on youth political engagement. More info on the project can be found on EPD’s website.

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He received his education from Trinity College – Kandy, and is a graduate of the University of Southern Queensland (Australia) where he received a Bachelor’s degree in commerce. Currently, he is completing his final year of the LLB programme from IDM campus in Sri Lanka

As an elected parliamentarian from the Batticaloa district of Sri Lanka, he is deeply committed to protecting and upholding the rights of his community and all Sri Lankans.

He is also a member of the Committee on Public Enterprises (COPE) Committee, the Foreign Affairs Ministry’s Consultative Committee, the Back-Benchers Committee, and the Speakers Panel.

On Youth Political Participation

“I joined politics because I had a genuine passion to see development in the issues that our people face in our districts. Youngsters need to be at the point where laws are enacted because it is our lives that are going to be affected.”

The WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-Makers unites young leaders under 36 years old who are active in politics and decision-making roles, aiming to enhance youth political participation. Members, hailing from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, will collaborate with peers and Club de Madrid Members to shape global agendas through Policy Labs, fostering informed collective action.

The WYDE Civic Engagement project is a component of the Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) by the European Commission. The project aims to empower youth voices, foster international cooperation, and address the gaps in evidence on youth political engagement. More info on the project can be found on EPD’s website.

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Throughout her career, she’s held various important roles, such as being appointed to the Steering Committee of the National Union of Higher Education (UNEES) in 2018. She was also elected as a Municipal Youth Councilor from the “Unión Popular Cali en Resistencia” list and was elected as the President of the Municipal Youth Council of Cali in Valle del Cauca.

Gabriela has also volunteered as a coordinator in Gustavo Petro’s campaign in Valle del Cauca in 2022 and participated in coordinating the formation of the intersectoral youth table of President Gustavo Petro for 2022-20206.

She has also worked at Ecopetrol between 2020 and 2021 where she played a role as a a Presidential Youth Advisor in the government of Gustavo Petro.

On Youth Political Participation

“As young decision-makers, we have to think not about opportunities but about rights because opportunities are just for a few, but rights are for everyone.” 

The WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-Makers unites young leaders under 36 years old who are active in politics and decision-making roles, aiming to enhance youth political participation. Members, hailing from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, will collaborate with peers and Club de Madrid Members to shape global agendas through Policy Labs, fostering informed collective action.

The WYDE Civic Engagement project is a component of the Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) by the European Commission. The project aims to empower youth voices, foster international cooperation, and address the gaps in evidence on youth political engagement. More info on the project can be found on EPD’s website.

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