The WYDE Civic Engagement project complements its activities at global and regional levels with ad-hoc country-level support. The overall aim of the Quick-Impact Actions (QIAS) is to provide urgent and strategic support to local actors working on youth political inclusion and participation, always upon request of the relevant EU Delegation.
Based on the specific objectives determined in close cooperation with EUDs, the most appropriate local actor(s) are identified and selected to implement the QIAs. This is done either through a direct technical intervention or an action grant, awarded directly or through a restrictive call for proposals, depending on the urgency of the need, the political calendar, and the potential to generate positive changes in youth participation.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
S\u00e3o Tom\u00e9 and Pr\u00edncipe experienced low voter turnout, with many votes cast as invalid. These concerning numbers highlight issues of voter education and engagement, especially among women and youth. As a developing island country with the majority of the population under the age of 25, there is a risk that young people will not have a voice in their future. The serious underrepresentation of women and youth in S\u00e3o Tom\u00e9 and Pr\u00edncipe’s democratic processes is a key challenge for the island country, often due to educational and cultural barriers. At the same time, educational institutions and the media do not provide sufficient resources to address the situation. Combined with the limited efforts of the government, this underscores the urgent need for a solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The \u00ab\u00a0Democratic Empowerment – Youth Voices\u00a0\u00bb<\/strong> project is an ambitious and necessary initiative promoted by the National Youth Council. This project aims to empower young people, strengthening their participation in democratic processes and political decisions in S\u00e3o Tom\u00e9 and Pr\u00edncipe. Through a series of educational, capacity-building, and awareness-raising activities, the project aims to create a more inclusive, equitable, and participatory society.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The project will focus on the following activities:<\/p>\n\n\n\n The National Youth Council is the national youth platform that brings together various youth organizations in S\u00e3o Tom\u00e9 and Pr\u00edncipe. It has played a fundamental role in proposing, monitoring, and implementing policies aimed at the emancipation and development of national youth. The council has experience in youth development programs and can provide resources, knowledge, and an established network of young people engaged in civic activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n
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