Youth Democracy Cohort

🚀 Meet Mehmet İlhanlı, co-founder of Young Peacebuilders of Turkey and an advocate for youth political participation. With an M.A. in Political Science from the University of Cologne, Mehmet focuses on youth-led peacebuilding and resolving inter-ethnic conflicts. Passionate about amplifying youth voices, he’s committed to shaping more inclusive and peaceful communities. – 🌍The Young Researchers Network? 12 selected young researchers will dive into a 3-year programme, connecting with scholars and policymakers to explore Youth Participation, Civic Engagement, and Democracy #YoungResearchersNetwork European Democracy Hub https://lnkd.in/e2-BNmJs

What’s new in #YouthLedResearch? 🔍 The YDC is launching a second youth policy study! This time, the research takes us through changing patterns of youth engagement from traditional to non-traditional activities, enabling factors and challenges, and the evolving landscape of youth policies at the European, international, and UN levels! 🌐📚 Discover more: https://ow.ly/LcHN50T2Y4M

🌍 Wrapping up the journey of #YouthLedResearch Since April, we’ve explored the world of youth policy making in ten different countries. From challenges to opportunities, the study highlighted the imperative need for youth-inclusive policies for thriving democracies. 🙌 A big thank you to the authors Lukmon Akintola and Alicja Lelwic Ojeda for their research and dedication in creating such a comprehensive analysis. Stay tuned for the next step in our #YouthLedResearch, as we move onto tracking the creation of youth policies! View the study: https://ow.ly/74o250T2KIW

🇸🇧Youth account for 70% of the population of the Solomon Islands, yet as a traditional society, youth have long been marginalised from politics. The Youth Policy Framework aims to bridge gaps through multi-stakeholder partnerships, aiming for government, private sector, and faith-based collaboration. Despite contextual challenges, the policy has seen success in some areas, like inclusion of women. More on key policies in the Solomon Islands: https://ow.ly/rjQh50T1aIQ #YouthLedResearch

The YDC is excited to introduce new faces of five young leaders active in politics and decision-making bodies! 🌍🌟 The WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young-Decision Makers brings together brilliant leaders from around the globe advocating for greater youth political participation in their countries and beyond. 💡Discover their perspectives on youth civic engagement: Bunisa Mamadalieva, Mary Marjorie Martin-Chan, Nathaniel Mong'are, Elena Motta, Jokate Mwegelo. https://ow.ly/aRpV50SqImJ 💪Led by Club de Madrid ⚡ Powered by the European Union 🇪🇺 & European Partnership for Democracy (EPD) #WYDEngagement  #WYDEYouth #YouthDemocracyMap

💡Lesson from #YouthLedResearch #5 Our final lesson from the study on national youth policies is on the importance of building the capacity of young people. How can governments actively improve youth participation? Key policies are: 1️⃣Civic education and mentorship programmes 2️⃣Financing youth-led initiatives 3️⃣Partnerships for youth development 🔗 Read about these policies in-depth: https://ow.ly/w32950T1fiI

Young people across Asia and Africa are taking charge and reshaping their political landscapes in unprecedented ways. This new generation is making its voice heard loud and clear. In her powerful article, Binaifer Nowrojee (President of Open Society Foundations) explores how this "youthquake" is challenging the status quo and demanding a better future.

Transforming Kenya’s future with NIMD | Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy’s WYDE Civic Engagement Democracy Schools by amplifying youth voices from marginalised communities 🇰🇪🌀 How does it work? During 12 days, participants learn about Kenya's laws and policies while diving into democratic processes, political participation, and communication, giving them skills to meaningfully participate in political life. More about this School: https://ow.ly/TbRr50T8rJO 💪Led by WYDE Civic Engagement 🛠️ Implemented by NIMD | Netherlands Institute for Multiparty Democracy with Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) and Demo Finland, Political Parties of Finland for Democracy ⚡ Powered by the European Union 🇪🇺 & European Partnership for Democracy (EPD) #WYDEngagement #YouthDemocracyMap

🇵🇭How can a young demographic represent a beacon of hope in the Philippines? Despite challenges to democracy, policies are being implemented to increase youth and women's involvement and representation in government, recognising that one-third of Filipinos are young people. The existence of Sangguniang Kabataan, or “local youth councils”, led by elected officials aged 15-24, allow youth to have a voice in government. More on youth-initiatives and policy successes in the Philippines: https://ow.ly/HsJF50T18Pi #YouthLedResearch

The Federation of Liberian Youth - FLY launched its Youth Impact Monitoring and Advocacy Program! 🚀 What’s unique about the initiative? Through a data-driven approach, the program aims to close gaps in youth development by monitoring government interventions in education, employment, and more! Get the details: https://ow.ly/2sqb50T4LFm