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- [Political Apathy Is Not a Personality Trait](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/political-apathy-is-not-a-personality-trait/) - “No matter what you do, you cannot change anything.” Over the past few weeks, I have heard some versions of this sentence more times than I can count. It is the unofficial slogan of political apathy: a belief that participation is pointless and ordinary people are too powerless to make a difference. Perhaps that is
- [L'apathie politique n'est pas un trait de personnalité](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/lapathie-politique-nest-pas-un-trait-de-personnalite/) - « Quoi que tu fasses, tu ne peux rien changer. » Au cours des dernières semaines, j'ai entendu différentes variantes de cette phrase un nombre incalculable de fois. C'est le slogan officieux de l'apathie politique : la conviction que la participation ne sert à rien et que les gens ordinaires sont trop impuissants pour changer
- [[WEBINAR] Youth in Action: Successful Digital Strategies to Navigate a Closing Civic Space](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-youth-in-action/) - As the global civic space has been reshaped with the digital age, young activists are driving social change through innovative digital strategies to protect their right to participate. This session will explore how young people across the Sahel, Asia, and Latin America are reshaping political participation through digital tools. Drawing on insights from the Digitalise Youth, WYDE Freedoms and WYDE Civic
- [[WEBINAR] La jeunesse en action : Stratégies numériques réussies pour naviguer dans un espace civique en voie de fermeture](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/webinar-jeunesse-en-action/) - Alors que l'espace civique mondial a été remodelé par l'ère numérique, les jeunes activistes sont à l'origine de changements sociaux grâce à des stratégies numériques innovantes visant à protéger leur droit à la participation. Cette session explorera comment les jeunes du Sahel, d'Asie et d'Amérique latine redéfinissent la participation politique à l'aide d'outils numériques. S'inspirant
- [Quand Internet ralentit, la démocratie décline : l'accès au numérique est un droit, pas un luxe](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/quand-internet-ralentit-la-democratie-decline/) - Je me souviens que lorsque j’étais à Bamenda, vers 2017, la coupure d’Internet n’a pas seulement interrompu notre connexion par fibre optique ; elle a coupé notre lien vital avec le monde. Alors que notre organisation prenait de l’ampleur, le noir numérique s’est abattu sur nous, et cela a duré des mois. Puis est arrivé
- [When Internet Slows, Democracy Withers: Digital Access is a Right, not a Luxury](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/when-internet-slows-democracy-withers/) - I remember while in Bamenda and some time in 2017, the internet shutdown didn't just cut our fiber; it severed our lifeline to the world. As our organization was gaining momentum, the digital darkness descended, lasting for months. Then came COVID-19, creating a perfect storm of isolation. While global peers transitioned to virtual classrooms and
- [RightsCon annulé en Zambie : une gifle pour la démocratie africaine](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/rightscon-annule-une-gifle-pour-la-democratie/) - Le gouvernement zambien a reporté RightsCon 2026. Il est possible d’annuler un sommet, mais une conviction demeure. Pour beaucoup, c'est un contretemps. Pour la démocratie et pour moi, c'est bien plus que ça. J'avais préparé ce voyage comme on prépare l'arrivée d'un bébé. Les détails logistiques, les mots que j'allais dire, les rencontres que j'allais
- [RightsCon cancelled in Zambia: a blow for African democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/rightscon-cancelled-a-blow-for-democracy/) - The Zambian government has postponed RightsCon 2026. It's possible to cancel a summit, but one conviction remains. For many, it's a setback. For democracy, and for me, it's much more than that. . I had prepared for this trip the way one prepares for the arrival of a baby. The logistical details, the words I
- [[WEBINAR] Digital Rights and Grassroots Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-digital-rights-and-grassroots-democracy/) - Across Sub-Saharan Africa, youth are bypassing traditional political barriers by using digital tools to organize and demand accountability. While technology offers powerful new avenues for grassroots participation, it also introduces risks like surveillance and digital exclusion. To address this, Kevin Waigwa Gichuhi from Nuru Trust Network is hosting an interactive session for the Youth Democracy
- [YDC Participates](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/ydc-participates/) - The Youth Democracy Cohort is excited to announce the launch of “YDC Participates”, our brand new participatory platform designed to strengthen how we support our members!This dedicated space will allow Youth Democracy Cohort members to share their ideas, needs and priorities, helping us decide what activities the Cohort will implement in our three areas of
- [[WEBINAR] Internet Repression x Uganda Elections](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-internet-repression-x-uganda-elections/) - This session will explore the challenges surrounding electoral periods, particularly internet shutdowns and restrictions on access to information. In the first part, Ifenla and Julius, YAB members, will share the experience in Uganda during the 2021 and 2025 elections, discussing Julius' candidacy, the protection measures put in place, and the strategies young people can adopt
- [The YDC attends OGP Global Summit](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/ydc-attends-ogp-global-summit/) - Around the world, young people have bravely been expressing their frustration with political systems that they perceive as disconnected from their everyday realities. In cases such as Nepal and Madagascar, Gen-Z led protests have been successful in bringing about political change while in others like Philippines and Morocco, the struggle continues in the streets. Despite
- [[WEBINAR] Better Politics Accelerator](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-better-politics-accelerator/) - In this interactive session, we’ll dive into the foundations of designing a powerful PLI (Political Leadership Incubator) for political entrepreneurs and innovators. You’ll learn how to identify talent, structure transformational curriculums, and support decision-makers from idea to impact. Walk away with tools, real-world examples, and your own political call to action. To begin the conversation,
- [Understanding and addressing the current distress of African youth in 3 points](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/current-distress-of-african-youth/) - Jeunesse africaine, gouvernance et numérique : 3 points essentiels pour comprendre et traiter le désarroi des jeunes africains
- [Comprendre et traiter le désarroi actuel de la jeunesse africaine en 3 points](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/le-desarroi-actuel-de-la-jeunesse-africaine/) - Jeunesse africaine, gouvernance et numérique : 3 points essentiels pour comprendre et traiter le désarroi des jeunes africains
- [Une nouvelle année, engagement renforcé : Les résolutions de la Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse pour 2026](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/resolutions-de-la-ydc-pour-2026/) - Alors que nous entrons dans une année charnière pour la démocratie dans le monde, la Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse réaffirme sa mission : veiller à ce que les jeunes ne soient pas seulement inclus dans la vie politique et civique, mais qu'ils y soient véritablement habilités. Grâce à nos partenariats croissants à travers différentes régions
- [New Year Stronger Commitment: The Youth Democracy Cohort’s Resolutions for 2026](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/new-year-stronger-commitment-the-youth-democracy-cohorts-resolutions-for-2026/) - As we enter a pivotal year for democracy worldwide, the Youth Democracy Cohort reaffirms its mission: ensuring that young people are not just included, but meaningfully empowered in political and civic life. Thanks to our growing partnerships across regions and sectors, we are better positioned than ever to advance this agenda. This year, we commit
- [Jubilee Road: Réflexions sur l'ouverture, l'inclusion et les jeunes LGBTQIA+ dans la gouvernance](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/reflexions-sur-l-ouverture-l-inclusion-et-les-jeunes-lgbtqia-dans-la-gouvernance/) - Godfred Kuttin est cofondateur et directeur exécutif adjoint de la Youth Initiative Foundation, une organisation dirigée par des jeunes et axée sur les jeunes, qui s'engage à faire progresser les droits des personnes LGBTQIA+, l'égalité des genres, l'autonomisation des jeunes et la promotion d'une gouvernance ouverte pour des sociétés plus inclusives. Avec une formation diversifiée
- [La démocratie a besoin d'un dialogue intergénérationnel](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/la-democratie-a-besoin-d-un-dialogue-intergenerationnel/) - Pendant très longtemps au Kenya, les jeunes comme moi ont été considérés comme apolitiques. Cependant, les membres de la Gen Z et les millenials ont commencé à montrer leur l'intérêt pour la politique. Lors des dernières élections présidentielles de 2022, la plupart des jeunes ont choisi de ne pas voter lorsqu'ils ont été confrontés à
- [Democracy Needs Intergenerational Dialogue](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/democracy-needs-intergenerational-dialogue/) - For a very long time in Kenya, young people like me have been considered apolitical. However, Gen Z’s and Millennials have started to show interest in politics and policy. During the last presidential election in 2022, most young people opted not to vote when faced with what they saw as a choice between two evils.
- [Jubilee Road: Reflections on Openness, Inclusion, and LGBTQIA+ Youth in Governance](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/jubilee-road-reflections-on-openness-inclusion-and-lgbtqia-youth-in-governance/) - Godfred Kuttin is a Co-founder and Deputy Executive Director of the Youth Initiative Foundation, a youth-led and focused organization committed to advancing LGBTQIA+ rights, gender equality, youth empowerment, and fostering Open Governance for more inclusive societies. With a diverse background encompassing Marine Science and certifications in digital technologies and training, Godfred harnesses digital tools to
- [[WEBINAR] Youth in Protests](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-youth-in-protests/) - In this interactive session, we’ll explore the growing wave of youth-led mobilisations taking place around the world from Bangladesh to Tanzania, Madagascar, Nepal, Morocco, and beyond. Participants will hear directly from young organisers about the strategies, creative tactics, and safety approaches fueling these movements. Together, we will examine how youth build momentum, protect themselves in
- [La YDC participe au Sommet Mondial OGP](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/la-ydc-participe-au-sommet-mondial-ogp/) - Partout dans le monde, les jeunes expriment avec courage leur frustration face à des systèmes politiques qu’ils perçoivent comme déconnectés de leurs réalités quotidiennes. Dans des pays comme le Népal et Madagascar, les manifestations menées par la génération Z ont réussi à provoquer des changements politiques, tandis que dans d’autres, comme les Philippines et le
- [La YDC participe au 12e Forum sur la liberté d'Internet en Afrique (FIFAfrica) à Windhoek, en Namibie.](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/la-ydc-participe-a-la-12-eme-edition-de-fifafrica/) - La Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse, par le biais du projet Digitalise Youth vise à renforcer les droits numériques en Afrique, en défendant le droit d'accès à l'information, la liberté d'expression, la transparence et la résilience face à la désinformation et aux menaces de cybersécurité. En ligne avec cet engagement, la YDC a participé au Forum
- [The YDC attends the 12th Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa (FIFAfrica) in Windhoek, Namibia. ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/the-ydc-attends-the-12th-edition-of-fifafrica/) - The Youth Democracy Cohort, through the Digitalise Youth project, aims to strengthen digital rights across Africa, advocating for the right to access information, freedom of expression, transparency, and resilience against disinformation and cybersecurity threats. In line with this commitment, the YDC participated in the Forum on Internet Freedom in Africa (FIFAfrica 2025) in Windhoek, Namibia,
- [La Guinée vote sa nouvelle Constitution](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/la-guinee-vote-sa-nouvelle-constitution/) - À l’occasion du référendum constitutionnel organisé en Guinée le 21 septembre 2025, les membres guinéens de la Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse ont décidé de rédiger cet article afin de partager leur analyse et leurs préoccupations. Convaincus que ce moment constitue une étape charnière pour l’avenir démocratique du pays, ils souhaitent mettre en lumière les enjeux
- [Young voices shaping Open Government in Ecuador](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/young-voices-shaping-open-government-in-ecuador/) - By Ana Belén Aguilera Albán, Santiago Martín Loza Mata - Fundación Datalat In Ecuador, citizen trust in political institutions is in a sharper decline than the regional average, representing a central challenge for strengthening democracy and youth participation. Young people face significant barriers to their development and to their social, civic, and political participation. By
- [Construire des alliances durables pour répondre à la désinformation en Afrique de l’Ouest](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/construire-des-alliances-durables-pour-repondre-a-la-desinformation-en-afrique-de-louest/) - par Harouna Drabo Depuis 2021, la crise sécuritaire a précipité plusieurs États de la région dans une instabilité politique, marquée par une série de coups d’État. Dans le sillage de ces ruptures constitutionnelles s’est installé un narratif antidémocratique, largement relayé sur les plateformes numériques, nourri de fausses informations et de récits manipulateurs. La jeunesse, cible
- [Building lasting alliances to counter disinformation in West Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/building-lasting-alliances-to-counter-disinformation-in-west-africa/) - by Harouna Drabo Since 2021, the security crisis has plunged several states in the region into political instability, marked by a series of coups d'état. In the wake of these constitutional upheavals, an anti-democratic narrative has taken root, widely relayed on digital platforms and fed by false information and manipulative narratives. Youth, the prime target
- [[WEBINAR] The first-ever global tool measuring youth inclusion in civic and political life](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-the-first-ever-global-tool-measuring-youth-inclusion-in-civic-and-political-life/) - Join us for a dynamic session introducing the Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI), the first-ever global tool measuring youth inclusion in civic and political life. Developed by the European Partnership for Democracy (EPD) and the Centre for Elections, Democracy, Accountability and Representation (CEDAR) at the University of Birmingham, with input from a diverse Youth Panel,
- [Data, power, youth: governing AI before it governs us](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/data-power-youth-governing-ai-before-it-governs-us/) - by René Edouard Mendis Artificial intelligence (AI) is profoundly transforming our societies. Discreet but powerful, this digital revolution is reshaping the way we govern, inform ourselves and make decisions. According to the Government AI Readiness Index 2024, more than 50 countries are already assessing their level of readiness for AI as a lever for development.
- [Données, pouvoir, jeunesse : gouverner l’IA avant qu’elle ne nous gouverne](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/donnees-pouvoir-jeunesse-gouverner-lia-avant-quelle-ne-nous-gouverne/) - par René Edouard Mendis L’intelligence artificielle (IA) transforme nos sociétés en profondeur. Discrète mais puissante, cette révolution numérique redessine les façons de gouverner, de s’informer, de décider. Selon le Government AI Readiness Index 2024, plus de 50 pays évaluent déjà leur niveau de préparation à l’IA pour en faire un levier de développement.Mais l’IA n’est
- [Promouvoir l'espace civique en ligne dans la région du Sahel](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/promouvoir-lespace-civique-en-ligne-dans-la-region-du-sahel/) - par Thobekile Matimbe Contexte L'incidence de la répression de la liberté d'expression dans la région du Sahel est préoccupante, et un coup d'œil sur le contexte historique indique les causes sous-jacentes de la répression numérique et de l'autoritarisme. La région a connu plusieurs transitions politiques fluides, avec de nombreux coups d'État. En ce qui concerne
- [L’Accès à l’information en Afrique, challenges et perspectives](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/access-to-information-in-africa-challenges-and-perspectives/) - par Mame Diarra Diop L’accès à l’information est un droit garanti par la Déclaration universelle des Droits de l’Homme qui stipule en son article 19, que « tout individu a droit à la liberté d'opinion et d'expression, ce qui implique le droit de ne pas être inquiété pour ses opinions et celui de chercher, de
- [Participation citoyenne : pourquoi repositionner la jeunesse au cœur de l’innovation civique à travers le numérique ?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/citizen-participation-why-we-should-reposition-young-people-at-the-heart-of-civic-innovation-through-digital-technology/) - par Maurice Thantan En Afrique, et particulièrement dans la région du Sahel, le renouveau démocratique amorcé au début des années 1990 bat de l’aile depuis une dizaine d’années. Ce moment de questionnement sur l’idéal démocratique dans un contexte sécuritaire tendu coïncide cependant avec l’essor des technologies numériques. Appliquées aux pratiques démocratiques, ces technologies apportent leur
- [Promoting Online Civic Space in the Sahel Region](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/promoting-online-civic-space-in-the-sahel-region/) - by Thobekile Matimbe Background The incidence of crackdowns on free speech in the Sahel Region is concerning, with a glance at the historical context signalling underlying causes of digital repression and authoritarianism. The region has recorded several fluid political transitions, with numerous coups. Regarding regional cooperation of Sahel countries, some military governments in the Sahel
- [Access to information in Africa, challenges and perspectives](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/access-to-information-in-africa-challenges-and-perspectives/) - by Mame Diarra Diop Access to information is a right guaranteed by the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which states in Article 19 that "everyone has the right to freedom of opinion and expression; this right includes freedom to hold opinions without interference and to seek, receive and impart information and ideas through any media
- [Become a GYPI Supporter](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/become-a-gypi-supporter/) - Join us in amplifying the voices of young people around the world. The Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI) is a first-of-its-kind tool that measures and compares the state of youth political participation across countries. But the real power of the GYPI lies in how it’s used , to raise awareness, drive change, and inspire action. Join us in amplifying the voices of young people around the world. The Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI) is a first-of-its-kind tool that measures and compares the state of youth political participation across countries. But the real power of the GYPI lies in how it’s used , to raise awareness, drive change, and inspire action.
- [From ideas to impact: meet the new Youth Advisory Board](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/from-ideas-to-impact-meet-the-new-youth-advisory-board/) - As part of our mission to centre youth voices in every aspect of our work, the Youth Democracy Cohort welcomes five exceptional young leaders as the new members of the Youth Advisory Board (YAB) for the WYDE Civic Engagement project. Representing diverse regions and perspectives, these individuals will serve as a key bridge between the
- [Call for Proposals: Election Civic Tech Fund](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/call-for-proposals-election-civic-tech-fund/) - Overview The Innovation Fund for Citizen Participation in Electoral Processes in Africa: Election Civic Tech Fund is a grant mechanism designed to strengthen citizen participation, transparency and the integrity of electoral processes in Africa. With a total budget of €175,000, this fund will provide grants ranging from €10,000 to €25,000 to selected projects, helping them
- [Citizen participation: why we should reposition young people at the heart of civic innovation through digital technology.](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/citizen-participation-why-we-should-reposition-young-people-at-the-heart-of-civic-innovation-through-digital-technology/) - by Maurice Thantan In Africa, and particularly in the Sahel region, the democratic renewal that began in the early 1990s has been faltering for the past decade. However, this period of questioning the democratic ideal in a tense security context has coincided with the rise of digital technologies. When applied to democratic practices, these technologies
- [Political participation worldwide: where do young people stand? ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youth-political-participation-worldwide-where-do-young-people-stand/) - Despite making up a growing share of the global population, young people remain excluded from political and economic decision-making. The Global Youth Participation Index - GYPI - offers the first comprehensive, data-driven effort to assess how youth engage across four key dimensions: Political Affairs, Elections, Socio-Economic dimension and Civic Space. Covering over 130 countries, the
- [Voices of Nairobi: 11 Lessons from 11 Changemakers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/voices-of-nairobi-11-lessons-from-11-changemakers/) - At the 2025 OGP Africa and Middle East Regional Meeting, young leaders, civil society actors, and digital governance experts came together to tackle a shared challenge: how to move from aid dependency to homegrown resilience. From bold strategies for CSO self-reliance to youth-led digital innovations and the power of local movements, this article captures the
- [Passionate about youth participation? Apply to join the OGP summit with the YDC](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/passionate-about-youth-participation-apply-to-join-the-ogp-summit-with-the-ydc/) - Are you passionate about youth participation, open governance, and civic engagement? Apply now to join the 2025 Open Government Partnership Global Summit in Vitoria-Gasteiz, Spain (October 7-9 2025). The Summit will bring together more than 2,000 high-level representatives of governments, civil society leaders, and policy-makers from around the world to exchange experiences, best practices, and
- [Knowledge Sharing on Innovations & Civic Engagement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/knowledge-sharing-on-innovations-civic-engagement/) - In this interactive session, we’ll dive into how democratic innovations, like deliberative panels and digital participatory platforms, are reshaping how citizens engage with democracy. To begin the conversation, the YDC welcomes Elisabet Vives, Lead of the Education, Youth and Civic Engagement (EYCE) Hub at LSE Consulting and a doctoral researcher at the University of Edinburgh.
- [[WEBINAR] Knowledge Sharing: How much does it cost to run for Office?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-how-much-does-it-cost-to-run-for-office/) - Join the Youth Democracy Cohort together with the Westminster Foundation for Democracy (WFD) for an insightful new webinar! Learn about the real costs of running for office incurred by prospective candidates. The session will bring to light the financial challenges faced by prospective candidates when seeking political office, focusing particularly on the financial barriers that
- [Empowering Women in Politics: A Key Focus for the Youth Democracy Cohort](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/empowering-women-in-politics-a-key-focus-for-the-youth-democracy-cohort/) - On 14 January 2025, the Youth Democracy Cohort will host its next "Knowledge Sharing" webinar, focusing on Women’s Representation in Politics, in collaboration with UN Women. The session will feature Lana Ačkar, a seasoned expert on women's political participation and a Political Participation Policy Specialist at UN Women HQ in New York. With more than
- [[WEBINAR]: Fundraising: How to Screen and Find Opportunities](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-fundraising-how-to-screen-and-find-opportunities/) - The Youth Democracy Cohort is back with a new Knowledge Sharing webinar! Join us for an interactive session “Fundraising: How to screen and find opportunities” on the 29th of October at 3 PM CET. Giovanna Tanzi, Programme Manager at EPD, will lead the discussion on how to identify and evaluate fundraising opportunities effectively and share
- [Call for Entries: Youth stands up for democracy photo exhibition](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youth-stands-up-for-democracy-photo-exhibition/) - Are you a young changemaker capturing moments of resistance, hope, and political energy? As part of the official launch of the Global Youth Participation Index, the Youth Democracy Cohort is curating a powerful international photography exhibition that celebrates youth activism in all its forms. We invite young people from around the world to submit photos
- [#RoadToNairobi:  advancing youth inclusion at the OGP Africa and Middle East Regional Meeting](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/roadtonairobi-advancing-youth-inclusion-at-the-ogp-africa-and-middle-east-regional-meeting/) - In a time when youth voices are critical to shaping inclusive governance and sustainable development, eight young leaders from across Africa are stepping up with passion, purpose, and powerful visions. Selected by the Youth Democracy Cohort to participate in the upcoming OGP Africa and Middle East Regional Meeting in Kenya, these changemakers embody a shared
- [Reflections on the OGP Process in Liberia: A Youth Perspective](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/reflections-on-the-ogp-process-in-liberia-a-youth-perspective/) - By Samuel Kpartor My journey with the Open Government Partnership (OGP) in Liberia has been a novel but very exciting, a shift from passive observation to active participation. While I previously perceived the OGP as a distant, abstract concept, directly engaging in its processes, particularly leading the inaugural National Youth Consultation on Open Government, was
- [[WEBINAR] Youth vs. Disinformation: Media Literacy in Action](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-youth-vs-disinformation-media-literacy-in-action/) - Empowering youth against disinformation through media and information literacy: This session will focus on exploring the different types of activities youth organisations can do to educate themselves about disinformation and critical thinking. Online disinformation campaigns —whether driven by foreign or domestic agitators- are becoming an increasing challenge for democracies, shaping public opinion in ways that
- [YDC Working Groups](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/ydc-working-groups-building-bridges-across-regions/) - The Youth Democracy Cohort Working Groups foster deeper connections among member organisations. These groups provide tailored spaces for members to engage with allies on key themes, while maintaining a global perspective within the Cohort. What are the YDC Working Groups? The current Working Groups bring together member organisations from the same regions and are managed
- [[WEBINAR] How to approach EU funding as small & medium organisations?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-how-to-approach-eu-funding-as-small-medium-organisations/) - Join the Youth Democracy Cohort for an interactive session “Fundraising: How to approach EU funding as small & medium organisations? ”. Leon Hemkemeyer, Head of Programmes and Simon Eslinger, Programmes Manager at EPD will help you navigate EU funding streams, and lead a discussion on the strategies small and medium organisations can consider to access
- [Discover & Connect: Explore our global network for youth political rights](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/discover-connect-explore-our-global-network-for-youth-political-rights/) - The Youth Democracy Cohort invites you to explore our members’ work across topics, regions, and sectors and welcomes to explore our interactive tool: from national ministries and youth councils to NGOs and community-based groups, this platform is your gateway to understanding and joining hands with advocates championing youth political rights. Key features of the search
- [Opening Doors: Women Political Participation in Restrictive Political Environments.](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/opening-doors-women-political-participation-in-restrictive-political-environments/) - This year’s International Democracy Day event in Brussels (19th and 20th September) will look into the 2024 electoral year within Europe and globally. The Youth Democracy Cohort will participate in a discussion on advancing women's political participation in the context of global democratic backsliding. On the occasion of this event, senior fellow in Carnegie’s Democracy,
- [Youth and the Fight for Democracy in the Year of Elections](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youth-and-the-fight-for-democracy-in-the-year-of-elections/) - On the occasion of International Democracy Day in Brussels, the Youth Democracy Cohort is organising a panel to showcase good practices on youth mobilisation in electoral processes around the world. In this article, Luis Villaherrera explains why youth can be the face of the good fight for democracy in 2024. Luis V. Villaherrera is an
- [A New Way of Looking at Political Spending: Cost of Politics](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/a-new-way-of-looking-at-political-spending-cost-of-politics/) - How much does it cost to run for office, and what does this actually mean for the health of our democracies? WFD’s Cost of Politics reports analyse the financial aspects of running for political office in various countries, focusing on how much individuals spend throughout the election process. Instead of only looking at party spending,
- [Lesson 4: Youth Engagement as a Strategy for Promoting Peace and Security](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/lesson-4-youth-engagement-as-a-strategy-for-promoting-peace-and-security/) - In the exploration of youth participation in democratic processes, a recurring theme has emerged: the vital importance of creating an enabling environment for youth to engage and thrive in civic life. As the YDC unfolds ten case studies from Latin America to East Asia, it becomes clear that policymakers must strive to create inclusive systems
- [Lesson 5: Building the Capacity of Young People](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/lesson-5-building-the-capacity-of-young-people/) - In the exploration of youth participation in democratic processes, a recurring theme has emerged: the vital importance of creating an enabling environment for youth to engage and thrive in civic life. As the YDC unfolds ten case studies from Latin America to East Asia, it becomes clear that policymakers must strive to create inclusive systems
- [Solidarity with Kenya: the YDC Condemns Violence Against Young People - Statement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/solidarity-with-kenya-the-ydc-condemns-violence-against-young-people-statement/) - The undersigned members of the Youth Democracy Cohort (YDC) stand in solidarity with the youth of Kenya amidst the ongoing protests triggered by the Finance Bill 2024. The people of Kenya are exercising their democratic rights as outlined in Article 37 of the Constitution of Kenya, which states, "Every person has the right, peaceably and
- [Lesson 2: Technology for the Improved Accessibility of Youth Initiatives](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/lesson-2-technology-for-the-improved-accessibility-of-youth-initiatives/) - In the exploration of youth participation in democratic processes, a recurring theme has emerged: the vital importance of creating an enabling environment for youth to engage and thrive in civic life. As the YDC unfolds ten case studies from Latin America to East Asia, it becomes clear that policymakers must strive to create inclusive systems
- [Lesson 3: Trusting Youth Abilities to Drive Solutions](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/lesson-3-trusting-youth-abilities-to-drive-solutions/) - In the exploration of youth participation in democratic processes, a recurring theme has emerged: the vital importance of creating an enabling environment for youth to engage and thrive in civic life. As the YDC unfolds ten case studies from Latin America to East Asia, it becomes clear that policymakers must strive to create inclusive systems
- [Youth Advisory Board (YAB) 2024-2025: Meet the New Faces](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youth-advisory-board-yab-2024-2025-meet-the-new-faces/) - WYDE Civic Engagement is proud to introduce the 2024-2025 Youth Democracy Cohort of five Youth Advisory Board members who will play a strategic role in WYDE Civic Engagement activities. By participating in programmes and their evaluation, strategic meetings, and advocacy campaigns, these five individuals will enhance the outreach and communication on the project, and provide
- [Lesson 1: Youth Ecosystems](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/lesson-1-youth-ecosystems/) - In the exploration of youth participation in democratic processes, a recurring theme has emerged: the vital importance of creating an enabling environment for youth to engage and thrive in civic life. As the YDC unfolds ten case studies from Latin America to East Asia, it becomes clear that policymakers must strive to create inclusive systems
- [[WEBINAR] Inclusive Democracy: Marginalised Voices Reclaiming Power](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-inclusive-democracy-marginalised-voices-reclaiming-power/) - 📣 Join the Youth Democracy Cohort for an engaging Knowledge Sharing session “Inclusive Democracy: Marginalised Voices Reclaiming Power”
- [[WEBINAR] : A Comparative Analysis on National Youth Policies](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-a-comparative-analysis-on-national-youth-policies/) - 📢 Join the Youth Democracy Cohort for an insightful webinar “A Comparative Analysis on National Youth Policies” on 4 June at 2 PM CEST. The webinar will explore the study and key takeaways with examples of successful youth-centred policies around the world, the mechanisms used to implement them, and programmes that have empowered young people
- [Third Summit for Democracy: a future without youth representation?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/third-summit-for-democracy-a-future-without-youth-representation/) - With the theme of Democracy for Future Generations, the third Summit for Democracy promised to place a strong emphasis on the place of youth in our political systems.
- [[WEBINAR] Shrinking Civic Space: How Youth Organisations Can Keep Up the Fight](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-shrinking-civic-space-how-youth-organisations-can-keep-up-the-fight/) - As the world witnesses a concerning trend of shrinking civic space, it's imperative for youth organisations to fortify their efforts in advocacy and activism. Join the Youth Democracy Cohort for an engaging webinar where we delve into the challenges faced by civil society actors and explore strategies to navigate these obstacles effectively. 📝ON THE AGENDA
- [Empowering Youth in Democracy: Join the YDC Statement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/empowering-youth-in-democracy-join-the-ydc-statement/) - The Youth Democracy Cohort and 100 organisations are urging governments to prioritise young people's political participation rights at the Summit for Democracy 2024.
- [Voices of Future - What is the YDC up to at the S4D3?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/voices-of-future-what-is-the-ydc-up-to-at-the-s4d3/) - 🌍S4D3 here we come! The Youth Democracy Cohort is gearing up to make waves at the third Summit for Democracy, in Seoul!
- [#YouthInAction - Promoting a Culture of Human Rights Amongst Youth](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youthinaction-promoting-a-culture-of-human-rights-amongst-youth/) - For these last #YouthInAction pieces, let's unlock the full potential of young voices and build a future where everyone's rights are respected and valued.
- [#YouthInAction - Young women’s political empowerment is a fundamental human right](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youthinaction-young-womens-political-empowerment-is-a-fundamental-human-right/) - Dive into the empowering insights of our latest article penned by Intifar Chowdhury! Discover why young women's political empowerment is not just a right but a fundamental necessity in today's world.
- [#YouthInAction - Empowering Inclusive Democracy: The Inspiring Journey of Rosemarie Ramitt](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youthinaction-empowering-inclusive-democracy-the-inspiring-journey-of-rosemarie-ramitt/) - Authored by Rosemarie Ramitt, a visually impaired teacher and disability rights advocate, this article focuses on the unique challenges faced by young people with disabilities in accessing political participation.
- [Meet the Young Ambassadors of the Summit for Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/meet-the-young-ambassadors-of-the-summit-for-democracy/) - 🚀 We are thrilled to introduce the young and dynamic Youth Democracy Cohort ambassadors, showing the power of youth-led initiatives 🗣️
- [Join the #YouthInAction campaign](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/join-youthinaction/) - Join the #YouthInAction movement and urge global decision-makers to commit to enhancing youth political rights using our Menu of Possible Commitments 🌐🗳️
- [#YouthInAction - Promoting a Culture of Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youthinaction-promoting-a-culture-of-youth-political-participation/) - 🗳️By investing in youth-led movements and ensuring their voices are heard, we can build more inclusive & vibrant democracies for the future. How to promote a Culture of Youth Political Participation?
- [#YouthInAction : Supporting Youth Freedom of Expression](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youthinaction-supporting-youth-freedom-of-expression/) - Uncover inspiring success stories and actionable commitments in our latest article, spotlighting global efforts to support youth freedom of expression!
- [[WEBINAR] YouthInAction: Empowering Youth for Change](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-youthinaction-empowering-youth-for-change/) - More than ever, actions and not just words are needed to facilitate Youth civic and political participation. If you are passionate about driving positive change in society, you want to enhance your advocacy skills, and make an impact, don’t miss the chance to participate in this online event hosted by the Youth Democracy Cohort! Session
- [#YouthInAction - Supporting youth in government](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youthinaction-supporting-youth-in-government/) - Ahead of the third edition of the Summit for Democracy, the Youth Democracy Cohort (YDC) relaunches the Menu of Possible Commitments to garner momentum for greater improvement of youth political participation rights. In the next weeks, join us in celebrating how youth-led initiatives can benefit our democracies as we bring commitments to life through a
- [#YouthInAction - Prioritising youth voice in governance](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youthinaction-prioritising-youth-voice-in-governance/) - In the spirit of #YouthInAction, the Youth Democracy Cohort seeks to share inspiring success stories and groundbreaking policy commitments that are reshaping the landscape of youth participation in governance.
- [[WEBINAR]  Young leaders shaping the present](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-young-leaders-shaping-the-present/) - 🗣️New webinar on February 20 at 2 PM CET. Discover the incredible stories of young leaders shaping the present in politics. Hear from Augusta Nnadi, Special Assistant to the Governor on Investments in Nigeria at just 24 years old.
- [[WEBINAR] Keys for Youth to lead Policy Dialogues](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/webinar-keys-for-youth-to-lead-policy-dialogues/) - In an era marked by rapid change and a shifting global landscape, the role of Youth in shaping the future of politics is more crucial than ever. The Youth Democracy Cohort is set to host a groundbreaking webinar series of two sessions, titled "Keys for Youth to lead Policy Dialogues" taking place on January 16
- [Youth at COP28: Intergenerational engagement remains elusive](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/youth-at-cop28-intergenerational-engagement-remains-elusive/) - 🌍 Dive into the heart of COP 28: Youth Everywhere, But Intergenerational Justice Remains Difficult to Fathom. Explore the surge in youth engagement, the evolution of activism, and the pressing need to move from process to substance. Are commitments translating into real change?
- [WYDE is getting bigger](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wyde-is-getting-bigger/) - 🚀 The WYDE community is thrilled to announce a groundbreaking addition to its mission – the official launch of "WYDE | Freedoms”, a new initiative empowering youth and women in democratic participation. This launch underscores the collective strength of the WYDE community, where individuals, organisations and partners collaborate to advance the shared vision of a democratic, inclusive, and equitable future.
- [Explore Stories of Democracy in Action and dive into the Youth Democracy Cohort interactive map](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/explore-stories-of-democracy-in-action-and-dive-into-the-youth-democracy-cohort-interactive-map/) - Here is your passport to explore the #YouthDemocracyMap. Do you want to navigate a world full of stories of democracy in action? Over here 🌎
- [Youth Democracy Cohort's Inaugural Knowledge Sharing Programme Event on Civic Space](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/knowledge-sharing-event-on-civic-space/) - Our inaugural event, which will take place on 28 November 2023, marks the beginning of an exciting journey. This session will delve deep into the dynamic realm of Civic Space, through the experience of an inspiring organisation: Code for Africa. Code for Africa is Africa's largest network of civic technology and data journalism labs.
- [Conquista Joven: Prioritising Youth Civic and Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/conquista-joven-prioritising-youth-civic-and-political-participation/) - The cycle of talks will continue in November with a forum for 18-35 year olds and will culminate in December with an event that will bring together the participants of both forums. In addition, they will seek to democratise information through virtual classes with experts open to the general public.
- [Summit For Democracy plans unveiled](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/summit-for-democracy-plans-unveiled/) - In summary, the third Summit for Democracy is poised to be a consequential event, placing a strong emphasis on safeguarding democratic principles for future generations.
- [BBYDI launched the "Office of the Citizens Toolkits"](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/bbydi-launched-the-office-of-the-citizens-toolkits/) - Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI) is a youth-led non-profit organisation dedicated to strengthening civic freedoms, youth entrepreneurship, and good governance in Nigeria. The organisation was granted by the Youth Democracy Cohort to advocate on the Menu on Possible Commitments and is currently working on two accountability tools: YouthGovtracka and the Office of the Citizen
- [Empowering the voices of tomorrow in the future of the Summit for Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/empowering-the-voices-of-tomorrow-in-the-future-s4d/) - International Democracy Day (IDD) Brussels is an annual Brussels-based event organised each September to mark the UN International Day of Democracy. Each year, this event is organised by a partnership of democracy organisations and think tanks, namely: European Network of Political Foundations (ENoP), European Endowment for Democracy (EED), the European Partnership for Democracy (EPD), International
- [The Power of Youth: Leading the Way to an Open Future](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/the-power-of-youth-leading-the-way-to-an-open-future/) - The OGP is a biannual Summit that brings together member countries and partners to discuss progress, share good practices and ways to enhance open governments. Participants will have the opportunity to get directly involved in different activities such as workshops, discussions, networking sessions, and showcasing. The Youth Democracy Cohort will send three ambassadors (Anne-Simone Badji,
- [Celebrating One Year of Empowerment: The Youth Democracy Cohort's Journey](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/celebrating-one-year-of-empowerment/) - As we mark the first anniversary of the Youth Democracy Cohort, a powerful narrative of empowerment, engagement, and change comes to life. Over the past year, this innovative initiative has embarked on a remarkable journey, championing the voices of young individuals and shaping the course of democracy. With a constellation of key events and accomplishments, this year has been nothing short of transformative. As we mark the first anniversary of the Youth Democracy Cohort, a powerful narrative of empowerment, engagement, and change comes to life. Over the past year, this innovative initiative has embarked on a remarkable journey, championing the voices of young individuals and shaping the course of democracy. With a constellation of key events and accomplishments, this year has been nothing short of transformative.
- [#IYD23 - Empower and engage the youth](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/iyd23/) - We want states to consider Youth as an opportunity rather than a problem and invest more in good quality education in order to favour, in the long term, young people's capacity development and involvement in public affairs.
- [The EU-LAC Forum: Partners in choice for youth-driven change](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/the-eu-lac-forum-partners-in-choice-for-youth-driven-change/) - ‘‘We reaffirm that by working together as sovereign partners, we are stronger and better placed to face the multiple crises and challenges of our times.’’ - Declaration of the EU-CELAC summit 2023 The motto of the EU-LAC Forum, "Partners in Change," resonated deeply with us. It provided an opportunity for 60 young representatives from both
- [Call for Young & Committed Artist 🖌️](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/call-for-young-committed-artist/) - We are looking for a young artist who can create 20 illustrations (vector images) for each story to be published online. An extension of The “Youth Participation Handbook” has been published online, and, in the related paper, the second “handbook” will have a fully digital approach. Accordingly, we are looking for an illustrator who can translate the success stories written by young activists into images to be used online. We are looking for a young artist who can create illustrations for each successful story on youth civic engagement.
- [Strengthening youth engagement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/strengthening-youth-engagement/) - Beyond the Summit for Democracy The second Summit for Democracy held at the end of March offered the opportunity to demonstrate their commitment and their willingness to advance democratic ideals and address the challenges our democracy faces to 120 governments. One of the key highlights of this global event was the active participation and engagement of
- [Taking action in empowering young voices -  2023 Summit for Democracy in Costa Rica](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/taking-action-in-empowering-young-voices-2023-summit-for-democracy-in-costa-rica/) - It’s not only about making democracy work for young people, it’s about making young people work for democracy. Picture this: world leaders from around the globe, all gathered in one place to discuss the future of democracy and the role of the youth in shaping a better world through political participation. It sounds like a
- [The democratic renewal at the center of the Summit for Democracy in Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/the-democratic-renewal-at-the-center-of-the-summit-for-democracy-in-africa/) - Contributing to creating better societies not only FOR, but together WITH young generations in Africa. With 54 nations, each with their own unique cultures, languages, and forms of governance, Africa has one thread that ties these nations together: the need for democratic renewal. There is much debate on what constitutes the "best" form of government,
- [Call to action:  let's make the S4D a platform for young people to shape the future of democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/call-to-action-to-civil-society/) - Democracy organizations co-leads of the Youth Democracy cohort (International IDEA, the European Partnership for Democracy, the European Youth Network and AfricTivistes) call on civil society organisations and other stakeholders around the world to promote youth political participation as a bedrock of the Summit for Democracy process for the future.
- [S4D - Youth Democracy Cohort in Zambia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/s4d-ydc-in-zambia/) - The Government of the Republic of Zambia will co-host the Second Summit for Democracy with the governments of the United States of America, Costa Rica, the Netherlands, and South Korea. The Youth Democracy Cohort takes part in the organisation of the Africa Pre-Summit Civil Society Regional Forum on Concerted Voice and Action in Support of
- [The Youth democracy launches the Menu of possible commitments](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/the-youth-democracy-launches-the-menu-of-possible-commitments-for-participating-states/) - Meant to help prioritise, facilitate and enhance youth civic and political participation, the Youth Democracy Cohort has launched its Menu of Possible Commitments for Participating States. What is it about? Fruit of the close collaboration of the Cohort's different member organisations, these 33 actionable points are specific recommendations for participating governments to adopt as commitments,
- [S4D - Youth Democracy Cohort in Costa Rica](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/s4d-ydc-in-costa-rica/) - On March 29 and 30, the Government of the Republic of Costa Rica will co-host the Second Summit for Democracy with the governments of the United States of America, Zambia, the Netherlands, and South Korea. The Youth Democracy Cohort will be organising two events on the 30th of March to address the Youth engagement. Both
- [The Youth Democracy Cohort launches the Youth Participation Handbook](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/launches-youth-participation-handbook/) - How to promote the role of youth in political and democratic spaces – this is the central question that has articulated the 2023 Summit For Democracy, co-hosted by Costa Rica this year. As we know, there is no magic formula for engaging and empowering young people to participate more actively in public affairs. Nevertheless, the

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- [Structure of the YDC](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/structure/) - The European Partnership for Democracy is the current Chair and is the main implementing partner of the YDC with support from the European Commission and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark. The Youth Democracy Cohort (YDC) is a multi-stakeholder network managed by a Steering Committee that brings together organisations from both civil society and
- [4 ways to strengthen Digital Rights in West Africa & in the Sahel](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/recommendations-digital-rights/) - Grab our toolkit Digital transformation is an essential factor in strengthening human rights and democratic governance as it can provide tools that enhance transparency, accountability and effective public participation. While Africa's digital transformation is progressing, the digital divide is still major. As measured by Afrobarometer, still 46% of the population in Africa never uses the
- [4 façons de renforcer les droits numériques en Afrique de l'Ouest et au Sahel](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/recommandations-droits-numeriques/) - Téléchargez notre boîte à outils La transformation numérique est un facteur essentiel du renforcement des droits humains et de la gouvernance démocratique, car elle peut fournir des outils qui améliorent la transparence, la responsabilité et la participation effective du public. Si la transformation numérique de l'Afrique progresse, la fracture numérique reste importante. Selon Afrobarometer, 46
- [🌊 DemoWave The Youth (Un)Conference | 8 June](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/demowave-2026/) - This is not a traditional conference. It is a space to connect, experiment and co-create. Across the world, young people are organising, mobilising and speaking up, often outside traditional political spaces that feel distant or closed to them. At the same time, evidence from the Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI) shows that barriers to representation
- [The WYDE Civic Engagement project](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/about-wyde-civic-engagement/) - The WYDE* Civic Engagement project is a component of the Women and Youth in Democratic Engagement (WYDE) by the European Commission. *WYDE : Women and Youth in Democratic Engagement WYDE Civic Engagement is part of a wider programme (WYDE) that seeks to empower and strengthen the rights, and participation in the public and political life of
- [Accueil](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/accueil/)
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- [YDC Team](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/ydc-team-test-page/) - The YDC Team Behind the Youth Democracy Cohort is a dedicated and passionate team working tirelessly to drive its mission forward. As the current Chair and is the main implementing partner, the European Partnership for Democracy (EPD) brings together expertise and commitment to ensure the YDC’s success. EPD provides the resources, vision, and support that
- [A propos de nous](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/a-propos/) - La YDC a été lancée en septembre 2022, dans le cadre du processus du Sommet pour la démocratie, en tant que l'une des nombreuses plateformes multipartites. Avec le soutien de la Commission européenne, la Cohorte s'est depuis développée et compte désormais plus de 700 organisations membres prevenant de plus de 100 pays. En 2025, la
- [About us](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/about/) - The Youth Democracy Cohort is a global platform and network bringing together governments, civil society, academia and the private sector to strengthen youth engagement in democracy. The YDC was launched in September 2022, as one of several multi-stakeholder platforms under the Summit for Democracy process. With the support of the European Commission, the Cohort has
- [Plaidoyer](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/plaidoyer-digitalise-youth/) - Par le biais du projet Digitalise Youth, la Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse vise à contribuer à l' engagement civique numérique, à protéger les droits en ligne et à relever les défis auxquels les jeunes sont confrontés en matière d' accès aux espaces numériques. En renforçant les capacités des jeunes activistes et des défenseurs des droits
- [Advocacy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/advocacy-digitalise-youth/) - Through the Digitalise Youth project, the Youth Democracy Cohort aims to contribute to digital civic engagement, protect online rights and address the challenges young people face in accessing digital spaces. By empowering youth activists and human rights defenders, the project advocates for digital rights at local, regional, and international levels. Specifically, it targets bodies such
- [Toolkit - communicate about the Youth Democracy Cohort](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/toolkit/) - Join the Youth Democracy Cohort adventure! 🌍 Follow us on social media and share your stories on youth political participation—let's inspire change together. ✨ We are confident that you will be inventive and productive and invite you to tag us on social media to share your experiences online with us. The Youth Democracy Cohort, together
- [À propos de Digitalise Youth](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/a-propos-de-digitalise-youth/) - Le projet Digitalise Youth Project, propulsé par la Digital Democracy Initiative, vise à lutter contre le rétrécissement de l'espace civique et la désinformation rampante au Sahel et dans les régions voisines en donnant les moyens d'agir aux jeunes militants locaux et aux organisations de la société civile. Lancé en janvier 2025, il se concentre sur
- [About Digitalise Youth](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/about-digitalise-youth/) - The Digitalise Youth Project, powered by the Digital Democracy Initiative, aims to address the shrinking civic space and rampant disinformation in the Sahel and neighbouring regions by empowering local youth activists and civil society organisations. Launched in January 2025, it focuses on enhancing digital skills, promoting civic tech solutions, and raising awareness about online political
- [test homepage DY](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/test-homepage-dy/) - The Digitalise Youth Project, powered by the Digital Democracy Initiative, aims to address the shrinking civic space and rampant disinformation in the Sahel and neighbouring regions by empowering local youth activists and civil society organisations. Launched in January 2025, it focuses on enhancing digital skills, promoting civic tech solutions, and raising awareness about online political
- [Voices of Change - Gen Z protests from the YDC lens](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/voices-of-change/) - Across the world, the new generation is taking a stand. From Burkina Faso to Bangladesh, Peru to Morocco, young people are taking to the streets, campuses and online spaces to demand justice, accountability and a say in their future. While these movements have captured headlines, the voices of the young activists driving them are often
- [Voices of Change - Les manifestations de la Gen Z vues par la YDC](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/voices-of-change/) - Partout dans le monde, la nouvelle génération prend position. Du Burkina Faso au Bangladesh, du Pérou au Maroc, les jeunes investissent la rue, les campus et les espaces en ligne pour réclamer justice, responsabilité et droit de regard sur leur avenir. Si ces mouvements ont fait la une des journaux, les voix des jeunes militantes
- [Activities](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/activities-digitalise-youth/) - The Digitalise Youth project works towards the promotion and protection of local inclusive democratic space. A number of activities will be organised by the Digitalise Youth cohort towards these goals. Capacity building of digital skills Innovation hubs and hackathons to develop civic tech projects Advocacy campaigns for digital rights and policies Fellowships and grants for
- [Prêt à explorer l'engagement civique ?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/carte/) - Découvrez le travail effectué par les organisations soutenues ainsi que les histoires significatives de la participation des jeunes sur cette carte interactive.
- [List view](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/list-view/)
- [Ready to explore Civic Engagement?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/map/) - Discover the work carried out by supported organisations as well as the meaningful Youth Participation Stories in this interactive map.
- [YDCatOGP](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/ydcxogp/) - YDCatOGP: Empowering Youth to Drive Open Government The Youth Democracy Cohort is committed to advancing youth political participation at the national and local level. Through its collaboration with Open Government Partnership (OGP), which brings together 74 countries and 150 local governments, the YDC amplifies youth voices in the development of National Action Plans, making sure
- [Plaidoyer -](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/plaidoyer-wyde-civic-engagement/) - Comment WYDE Civic Engagement plaide pour la participation politique des jeunes La Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse soutient l'inclusion des jeunes dans les affaires politiques par le biais de trois initiatives clés : La Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse a lancé un appel à propositions pour soutenir les organisations membres dans leurs efforts de plaidoyer. Neuf organisations
- [Advocacy -](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/advocacy-wyde-civic-engagement/) - How WYDE Civic Engagement Advocates on Youth Political Participation The Youth Democracy Cohort (YDC) supports youth inclusion in Political Affairs through three key initiatives: The Youth Democracy Cohort launched a call for proposals to support member organisations with their advocacy efforts. Nine organisations received Advocacy Grants. YDC SubGrantees The Menu of Possible Commitments is a
- [Organisations soutenues - Participation des jeunes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/advocacy-grants/) - Grâce à des projets novateurs et à des initiatives percutantes, ces organisations renforcent l'autonomie des jeunes, encouragent l'engagement civique et plaident en faveur de démocraties plus inclusives dans le monde entier.
- [Activités](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/activites-digitalise-youth/) - Le projet Digitalise Youth vise à promouvoir et à protéger l'espace démocratique local inclusif. Un certain nombre d'activités seront organisées par la cohorte Digitalise Youth pour atteindre ces objectifs. Renforcement des compétences numériques Des centres d'innovation et des hackathons pour développer des projets de technologie civique Campagnes de sensibilisation aux droits et politiques numériques Bourses
- [Supported organisations - Youth Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/advocacy-grants/) - Through innovative projects and impactful initiatives, these organisations are empowering young people, fostering civic engagement, and advocating for more inclusive democracies worldwide.
- [Vue liste](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/vue-liste/)
- [Social media integrations](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/temp2/) - Facebook Activate Rights participated in the Asia-Pacific Digital Rights Assembly 2025 in Kuala Lumpur! Co-hosts of the...Geplaatst door Youth Democracy Cohort op Donderdag 28 augustus 2025 Another one from Instagram View this post on Instagram A post shared by Youth Democracy Cohort (@youth_democracy_cohort) Instagram View this post on Instagram A post shared by Youth Democracy Cohort
- [Menu des engagements possibles](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/menu-of-possible-commitments/) - Destiné à aider à établir des priorités, à faciliter et à renforcer la participation civique et politique des jeunes, le Menu des engagements possibles propose 33 points d'action et recommandations spécifiques que les gouvernements participants peuvent adopter en tant qu'engagements, réformes et initiatives visant à améliorer les droits et la participation des jeunes dans leurs
- [Le Manuel de la Participation des Jeunes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/the-youth-participation-handbook/) - Un outil pour accroître la participation des jeunes au renouveau démocratique En mettant en lumière et en compilant des exemples inspirants et réussis d'initiatives et de projets qui ont permis aux jeunes de participer de manière significative et d'avoir un impact positif sur le soutien à la démocratie, le manuel constituera un registre d'initiatives efficaces
- [Indice Mondial de Participation des Jeunes (GYPI)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/global-youth-participation-index/) - La moitié de la population mondiale ayant moins de 30 ans, la survie de la démocratie dépend fortement de l'adhésion et du soutien de la jeunesse. Or, les jeunes, en particulier ceux issus de communautés marginalisées, sont chroniquement sous-représentés en politique, que ce soit au sein des parlements, des partis politiques, des gouvernements locaux ou
- [Histoires sur la participation des jeunes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/videos-sur-la-participation-des-jeunes/) - Libérer les voix des jeunes et les voies de la participation active : la Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse a demandé à de jeunes défenseurs des droits humains comment améliorer et renforcer la participation aux affaires publiques.
- [Politique de confidentialité 🔏](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/politique-de-confidentialite/) - En tant que pilier du programme "Participation des jeunes aux affaires publiques" de l'initiative "Women and Youth in Democracy" ("Femmes et jeunes dans la démocratie") (WYDE) de l'UE, la Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse vise à rassembler les parties prenantes afin qu'elles collaborent à des actions internationales de plaidoyer sur les questions relatives à la jeunesse.
- [Politique en matière de cookies 🍪](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/cookie-policy/) - La présente politique en matière de cookies (ci-après, la "politique en matière de cookies") régit l'utilisation de cookies et d'autres traceurs (tels que les pixels de suivi) (ci-après collectivement dénommés "cookies") par le EUROPEAN PARTNERSHIP FOR DEMOCRACY ASBL, une organisation sans but lucratif enregistrée auprès de la Banque Carrefour des Entreprises de Belgique sous le
- [Conditions d'utilisation 📜](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/conditions-d-utilisation/) - Le site web www.epd.eu, ses sous-domaines (par exemple https://europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu/, https://youthdemocracycohort.com/) et ses répertoires (ci-après dénommés collectivement la "Plate-forme") sont gérés par et sont la propriété du EUROPEAN PARTNERSHIP FOR DEMOCRACY ASBL, une organisation sans but lucratif inscrite à la Banque Carrefour des Entreprises de Belgique sous le numéro 0648.708.779, dont le siège social est situé
- [Pourquoi rejoindre la YDC ?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/pourquoi-rejoindre-la-ydc/) - 🌍 La jeunesse en politique, c'est plus que de la représentation ! Des jeunes informés et compétents apportent des solutions nouvelles aux défis démocratiques d'aujourd'hui. Mais cela nécessite une collaboration - la société civile et les gouvernements travaillant ensemble. Rejoignez la Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse pour vous connecter, apprendre et plaider en faveur de droits politiques accrus pour les jeunes ! 💪🌱
- [Groupes de travail YDC](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/ydc-working-groups/) - Les groupes de travail de la Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse (YDC) ont été créés pour offrir une expérience plus personnalisée à nos membres. Ces groupes permettent aux membres de s'engager avec des alliés de leur propre région ou sur des thèmes clés, tout en maintenant une perspective globale au sein de la Cohorte. Quels sont
- [Recherche](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/recherche-wyde-civic-engagement/) - Comment WYDE Civic Engagement produit la recherche menée par les jeunes La Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse fait progresser la recherche sur la participation politique des jeunes par le biais d'études exploratoires et d'études de cas, du réseau des jeunes chercheurs et de l'Indice mondial de la participation politique des jeunes: Cette page rassemble les recherches
- [À propos de WYDE Civic Engagement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/a-propos-de-wyde-civic-engagement/) - Le projet WYDE* Civic Engagement est une composante du programme Women and Youth in Democratic Engagement (WYDE) de la Commission européenne. *WYDE : Women and Youth in Democratic Engagement (Femmes et jeunes dans l'engagement démocratique) WYDE Civic Engagement fait partie d'un programme plus large (WYDE) qui vise à renforcer les droits et la participation des
- [À propos de WYDE Civic Engagement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/a-propos-de-wyde-civic-engagement/) - Le projet WYDE* Civic Engagement est une composante du programme Women and Youth in Democratic Engagement (WYDE) de la Commission européenne. *WYDE : Women and Youth in Democratic Engagement (Femmes et jeunes dans l'engagement démocratique) WYDE Civic Engagement fait partie d'un programme plus large (WYDE) qui vise à renforcer les droits et la participation des
- [Comment tout a commencé](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/comment-tout-a-commence/) - La Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse a été lancée le 15 septembre 2022 pendant l'Année européenne de la jeunesse en 2022. Il s'agit d'une plateforme inclusive réunissant des gouvernements, la société civile et le secteur privé pour faire progresser l'engagement politique et civique des jeunes. À l'origine, cette cohorte a été conçue pour prendre des mesures
- [Contactez nous](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/contact/) - Contactez la Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse ? Par ici
- [Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/global-youth-participation-index/) - With half of the world’s population being under 30, the continued survival of democracy is highly dependent on buy-in and support among its youth. However, young people, particularly from marginalised communities, are chronically underrepresented in politics, including in parliaments, political parties, local governments, and at the ballot boxes. Meanwhile, in civic affairs, young people are
- [How it all began](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/how-it-all-began/) - The Youth Democracy Cohort was launched on 15 September 2022 during the European Year of Youth in 2022 as an inclusive platform bringing together governments, civil society and the private sector to advance youth political and civic engagement. Originally, this cohort was designed to take meaningful action toward implementing government commitments from the Summit for
- [Decoding the Digital](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/decodingthedigital/)
- [Décoder le numérique](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/decoder-le-numerique/)
- [Digital Advocacy Grants](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/digital-advocacy-grant/) - 🔎 Overview of the call The Youth Democracy Cohort (YDC) is launching a call for proposals for Digital Advocacy Grants under the Digitalise Youth project. Organisations in the Sahel, West Africa and Horn of Africa are invited to apply. These grants aim to promote an open digital space allowing youth to advocate for their rights, by
- [Research](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/research-wyde-civic-engagement/) - How WYDE Civic Engagement produces youth-led research The Youth Democracy Cohort advances research on youth political participation through scoping studies and case studies, the Young Researchers’ Network, and the Global Index on Youth Political Participation: This page brings together the research produced as part of the WYDE Civic Engagement project: scoping studies on Youth Political
- [Cookie Policy 🍪](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/cookie-policy/) - The present cookie policy (hereinafter, the “Cookie Policy”) governs the use of cookies and other trackers (such as tracking pixels) (hereinafter collectively referred to as “Cookies”) by EUROPEAN PARTNERSHIP FOR DEMOCRACY ASBL, a nonprofit organisation registered in the Belgian Crossroads Bank for Enterprises under the number 0648.708.779, with registered offices at B-1040 Brussels, Rue Froissart
- [YDC Working Groups](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/ydc-working-groups/) - The Youth Democracy Cohort Working Groups were created to provide a more tailored experience for our members. These groups provide spaces for members to engage with allies from their own region or on key themes, while maintaining a global perspective within the Cohort. What are the YDC Working Groups? The current Working Groups bring together
- [Page](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/page-en/) - Language
- [Privacy Policy 🔏](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/privacy-policy/) - As a pillar of the Youth Participation in Public Affairs programme of the EU’s Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) programme, the Youth Democracy Cohort aims at gathering stakeholders to collaborate on international advocacy actions on youth issues. It aims to achieve this through two means: policy dialogues and advocacy grants. As part of
- [The Youth Participation Handbook](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/the-youth-participation-handbook/) - A tool for increased youth participation in the Democratic Renewal By highlighting and compiling inspiring successful examples of initiatives and projects that have enabled young people to meaningfully participate and make a positive impact in democracy support, the handbook will work as a record of efficient initiatives that are worth being replicated or scaled up.
- [Contact us](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/contact/) - Get in touch with the Youth Democracy Cohort? Over here
- [Case Studies on Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/case-studies/) - This page brings together all the research content produced as part of the WYDE Civic Engagement project: scoping studies on Youth Political Participation and case countries extracted from it and the case studies to be produced by the Young Researchers' Network in the near future.
- [Menu of Possible Commitments](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/menu-of-possible-commitments/) - Meant to help prioritise, facilitate and enhance youth civic and political participation, the Menu of Possible Commitments serves 33 actionable points and specific recommendations for participating governments to adopt as commitments, reforms, and initiatives to improve youth rights and participation in their national contexts. These possible commitments were developed through a consultative process involving democracy
- [Why join the YDC?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/why-join-the-ydc/) - 🌍 Youth in politics is more than representation! Informed, capable young people bring fresh solutions to today’s democratic challenges. But it takes collaboration—civil society + governments working together. Join the Youth Democracy Cohort to connect, learn, & advocate for greater youth political rights! 💪🌱
- [Terms of use 📜](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/terms-of-use/) - The website www.epd.eu, its subdomains (e.g. https://europeandemocracyhub.epd.eu/, https://youthdemocracycohort.com/) and directories (hereinafter collectively the “Platform”) are managed by, and are the property of the EUROPEAN PARTNERSHIP FOR DEMOCRACY ASBL, a nonprofit organisation registered in the Belgian Crossroads Bank for Enterprises under the number 0648.708.779, with registered offices at B-1040 Brussels, Rue Froissart 123-133 (hereinafter referred to
- [Joint Statement on the S4D 2024](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/joint-statement-on-the-s4d3/) - The Youth Democracy Cohort urges action at Summit for Democracy 2024 to enhance youth political participation, emphasising inclusivity, support for youth-led organisations, and increased opportunities in civil service and politics, using the Menu of Possible State Commitments as a guide.
- [Stories about Youth Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/videos-about-youth-participation/) - Unlocking Youth voices & paths to active participation: the Youth Democracy Cohort asked young advocates how to improve and enhance Participation in Public Affairs.
- [Actualités de la Cohorte Démocratie & Jeunesse](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/news/)

## CM Tooltip Glossary Pro+

- [Technologie civique](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/technologie-civique/) - Des outils numériques qui soutiennent l'engagement civique et la transparence gouvernementale.
- [Modération de contenu](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/moderation-de-contenu/) - Processus de révision/suppression d'un contenu en ligne pour respecter des règles ou des lois.
- [IA à usage général](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/ia-a-usage-general/) - IA polyvalente capable d'effectuer des tâches multiples dans différents domaines.
- [IA générative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/ia-generative/) - IA qui crée de nouveaux contenus (texte, vidéo, musique, etc.) à partir de données apprises.
- [Contenu nuisible](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/contenu-nuisible/) - Matériel causant des dommages émotionnels/psychologiques, souvent non illégal.
- [Design addictif](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/design-addictif/) - Fonctionnalités numériques visant à accroître l'engagement des utilisateurs, parfois de manière nuisible.
- [Démonétisation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/demonetisation/) - Suppression des recettes publicitaires provenant de contenus en ligne violents ou préjudiciables.
- [Éducation aux médias](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/education-aux-medias/) - Capacité à interpréter et à analyser de manière critique le contenu des médias.
- [Interface Truquée](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/interface-truquee/) - Tactiques de conception trompeuses pour manipuler les décisions des utilisateurs en ligne.
- [Civic Tech](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/civic-tech/) - Digital tools that support civic engagement and government transparency.
- [Content Moderation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/content-moderation/) - Process of reviewing/removing online content to meet rules or laws.
- [General Purpose AI](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/general-purpose-ai/) - Versatile AI capable of performing multiple tasks across domains.
- [Generative AI](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/generative-ai/) - AI that creates new content (text, video, music, etc.) from learned data.
- [Harmful Content](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/harmful-content/) - Material causing emotional/psychological harm, often not illegal.
- [Addictive Design](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/addictive-design/) - Digital features aimed at increasing user engagement, sometimes harmfully.
- [Demonetisation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/demonetisation/) - Removal of ad revenue from violating or harmful online content.
- [Media Literacy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/media-literacy/) - Ability to critically interpret and analyze media content.
- [Dark Patterns](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/dark-patterns/) - Deceptive design tactics to manipulate user decisions online.
- [Systèmes de recommandation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/systemes-de-recommandation/) - Algorithmes suggérant un contenu basé sur le comportement antérieur de l'utilisateur.
- [Deepfakes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/deepfakes/) - Médias synthétiques générés par l'IA, manipulant des vidéos/audios pour montrer de fausses actions ou de fausses paroles.
- [Amplification](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/amplification/) - Les algorithmes augmentant la visibilité des contenus, qu'ils soient bons ou mauvais.
- [Microciblage](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/microciblage/) - Cibler des individus avec des publicités spécifiques basées sur leurs données en ligne.
- [Bien-être numérique](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/bien-etre-numerique/) - Un équilibre sain entre l'activité numérique et la santé mentale/émotionnelle.
- [Confidentialité en ligne](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/confidentialite-en-ligne/) - Droit de contrôler la manière dont les informations personnelles sont consultées et utilisées en ligne.
- [Sécurité en ligne](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/securite-en-ligne/) - Mesures prises pour se protéger des menaces et des préjudices numériques.
- [Recommender Systems](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/recommender-systems/) - Algorithms suggesting content based on previous user behavior.
- [Amplification](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/amplification/) - Algorithms increasing visibility of content, good or harmful.
- [Microtargeting](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/microtargeting/) - Targeting individuals with specific ads based on their online data.
- [Online Safety](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/online-safety/) - Steps taken to protect oneself from digital threats and harms.
- [Digital Well-being](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/digital-well-being/) - Healthy balance between digital activity and mental/emotional health.
- [Deepfakes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/deepfakes/) - AI-generated synthetic media manipulating video/audio to show false actions or speech.
- [Online Privacy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/online-privacy/) - Right to control how personal info is accessed and used online.
- [Identité numérique](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/identite-numerique/) - Présence personnelle et professionnelle sur internet.
- [Données ouvertes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/donnees-ouvertes/) - Données librement disponibles pour un usage public, souvent fournies par les gouvernements.
- [Doxxing](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/doxxing/) - Publier des informations privées en ligne sans consentement, souvent à des fins de harcèlement.
- [Protection des données](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/protection-des-donnees/) - Définition : Protéger les données personnelles par des lois et des pratiques sûres. Le saviez-vous ? En 2024, le règlement général sur la protection des données (RGPD) a donné lieu à des amendes d'environ 2,1 milliards d'euros dans l'UE pour violation des règles de protection des données. Source : Usercentrics : Confidentialité des données
- [Activisme numérique](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/activisme-numerique/) - Utilisation de plateformes en ligne pour défendre des causes et mobiliser des soutiens.
- [Compétences Numériques](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/competences-numeriques/) - Compétences pour naviguer, évaluer et créer du contenu en ligne de manière responsable.
- [La fracture numérique](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/fracture-numerique/) - Écart entre ceux qui ont accès aux technologies numériques et ceux qui n'y ont pas accès.
- [Cyberintimidation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/cyberintimidation/) - Le harcèlement en ligne ou l'intimidation via les médias sociaux, les applications ou les jeux.
- [Digital Literacy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/digital-literacy/) - Skills to navigate, evaluate, and create content responsibly online.
- [Digital Activism](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/digital-activism/) - Use of online platforms to advocate for causes and mobilise support.
- [Internautes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/internautes/) - Définition : Participants actifs à des communautés en ligne jouant un rôle dans le discours numérique. Le saviez-vous ? Plus de 5,3 milliards de personnes sont des internautes actifs, qui s'engagent quotidiennement dans les médias sociaux, les forums et les plateformes en ligne. Source : Union internationale des télécommunications (UIT) Union internationale des télécommunications (UIT)
- [Cyberbullying](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/cyberbullying/) - Online harassment or bullying via social media, apps, or games.
- [Open Data](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/open-data/) - Freely available data for public use, often from governments.
- [Digital Identity](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/digital-identity/) - One’s personal and professional presence on the internet.
- [Digital Divide](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/digital-divide/) - Gap between those with and without access to digital technologies.
- [Doxxing](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/doxxing/) - Publishing private info online without consent, often for harassment.
- [Dark Web](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/dark-web/) - Partie non indexée de l'internet utilisée pour des activités anonymes et parfois illicites.
- [Dark Web](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/dark-web/) - Unindexed part of the internet used for anonymous and sometimes illicit activity.
- [Data Protection](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/data-protection/) - Definition: Safeguarding personal data through laws and secure practices. Did you know? In 2024, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) led to about €2.1 billion in fines across the EU for violations of data protection rules. Source: Usercentrics: Data Privacy
- [Netizens](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/netizens/) - Definition: Active participants in online communities with a role in digital discourse. Did you know? Over 5.3 billion people are active netizens, engaging daily through social media, forums and online platforms. Source: International Telecommunication Union (ITU)
- [Contenu viral](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/contenu-viral/) - Contenu populaire qui se propage rapidement en ligne, qu'il soit exact ou trompeur.
- [Clickbait](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/clickbait/) - Titres sensationnels ou trompeurs utilisés pour attirer les clics.
- [Pensée critique](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/pensee-critique/) - La capacité d'évaluer et d'analyser objectivement les informations.
- [Paramètres de confidentialité](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/parametres-de-confidentialite/) - Outils pour l'utilisateur permettant de contrôler la visibilité des informations personnelles sur les plateformes numériques.
- [Radicalisation en ligne](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/online-radicalization/) - Processus d'adoption de croyances extrêmes par le biais de l'exposition en ligne.
- [Privacy Settings](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/privacy-settings/) - User tools to control visibility of personal info on digital platforms.
- [Online Radicalization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/online-radicalization/) - Process of adopting extreme beliefs via online exposure.
- [Critical Thinking](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/critical-thinking/) - The ability to objectively evaluate and analyze information.
- [Viral Content](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/viral-content/) - Popular content that spreads rapidly online, whether accurate or misleading.
- [Clickbait](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/clickbait/) - Sensationalized or misleading headlines used to attract clicks.
- [Protection des données](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/data-privacy/) - Veiller à ce que les données à caractère personnel soient protégées contre tout accès non autorisé ou toute utilisation abusive.
- [Fermes à trolls](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/troll-farms/) - Des groupes organisés ou des robots qui diffusent en ligne des contenus nuisibles ou qui sèment la discorde.
- [Trolls en ligne](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/online-trolls/) - Les personnes qui publient des contenus offensants pour provoquer ou contrarier les autres en ligne.
- [Empreinte numérique](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/digital-footprint/) - Traces de données laissées par l'activité en ligne, qui peuvent être utilisées pour établir le profil des individus.
- [Ingénierie sociale](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/social-engineering/) - Tactiques visant à inciter les individus à révéler des informations sensibles.
- [Bot](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/bot/) - Logiciel automatisé qui peut effectuer des tâches utiles ou nuisibles en ligne.
- [Cybersécurité](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/cybersecurity/) - Protection des systèmes et des données contre les menaces numériques grâce à des pratiques sécurisées.
- [Bulles de filtres](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/filter-bubble/) - Espace créé par un algorithme montrant un contenu conforme aux préférences de l'utilisateur, limitant la perspective.
- [Chambre d'écho](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/echo-chamber/) - Environnement dans lequel les croyances sont renforcées par une exposition répétée à des points de vue similaires.
- [Fake News](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/fake-news/) - Contenu faux ou trompeur présenté comme une information légitime, diffusé intentionnellement ou non.
- [Cheap Fakes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/cheap-fakes/) - Des médias manipulés simples et moins sophistiqués, comme des photos ou des textes modifiés.
- [Mésinformation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/misinformation/) - Informations fausses ou inexactes communiquées sans intention de tromper.
- [Désinformation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/disinformation/) - Fausses informations délibérément créées et partagées pour tromper les gens, souvent avec une intention malveillante.
- [Hameçonnage](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/glossary/phishing/) - Escroquerie consistant à se faire passer pour une entité de confiance afin de voler des données personnelles par des moyens numériques.
- [Troll Farms](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/troll-farms/) - Organised groups or bots spreading harmful or divisive content online.
- [Online Trolls](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/online-trolls/) - Individuals who post offensive content to provoke or upset others online.
- [Digital Footprint](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/digital-footprint/) - Data trail left by online activity, which can be used to profile individuals.
- [Data Privacy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/data-privacy/) - Ensuring personal data is protected from unauthorized access or misuse.
- [Social Engineering](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/social-engineering/) - Tactics to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information.
- [Bot](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/bot/) - Automated software that can perform helpful or harmful tasks online.
- [Phishing](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/phishing/) - Scams impersonating trusted entities to steal personal data via digital means.
- [Filter Bubble](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/filter-bubble/) - Algorithm-created space showing content aligning with a user’s preferences, limiting perspective.
- [Echo Chamber](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/echo-chamber/) - Environment where beliefs are reinforced by repeated exposure to similar views.
- [Disinformation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/disinformation/) - False information deliberately created and shared to deceive people, often with malicious intent.
- [Cybersecurity](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/cybersecurity/) - Protection of systems and data from digital threats through secure practices.
- [Cheap Fakes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/cheap-fakes/) - Simple, less sophisticated manipulated media like edited photos or altered texts.
- [Misinformation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/misinformation/) - False or inaccurate information shared without intent to deceive.
- [Fake News](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/glossary/fake-news/) - False or misleading content presented as legitimate news, spread intentionally or unintentionally.

## Members

- [United Youths Organization (UYO)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/united-youths-organization-uyo/) - United Youths Organization is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [Oui Pour une Enfance Noble (OPEN) Mali](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/oui-pour-une-enfance-noble-open-mali/) - OPEN Mali is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [Heart of Hope Cameroon (HoHCa)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/heart-of-hope-cameroon/) - Heart of Hope Cameroon is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [Digital Shelter](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/18599/) - Digital Shelter is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [Clinique d'Expertise Juridique et Sociale (CEJUS)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/clinique-dexpertise-juridique-et-sociale-cejus/) - CEJUS is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [Association Sénégalaise des Bibliothécaires, Archivistes et Documentalistes (ASBAD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-senegalaise-des-bibliothecaires-archivistes-et-documentalistes-asbad/) - ASBAD is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [Amicale Pour le Développement Durable (APDD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/amicale-pour-le-developpement-durable/) - APDD is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [Alliance des Jeunes pour la Sauvegarde des Acquis de la Démocratie (AJSAD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sauvegarde-des-acquis-de-la-democratie-ajsad/) - AJSAD is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [A CIEL OUVERT](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/a-ciel-ouvert/) - À Ciel Ouvert is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [Association des Blogueurs du Burkina](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-des-blogueurs-du-burkina/) - Association des Blogueurs du Burkina is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [Association des Blogueurs du Bénin](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-des-blogueurs-du-benin/) - Association des Blogueurs du Bénin is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [Association des Blogueurs de Guinée (ABLOGUI)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-des-blogueurs-de-guinee-ablogui-guinea/) - ABLOGUI is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are safeguarding digital rights here.
- [CENTRE AHOU- Centre d'Etudes sur le Féminisme et le Développement du Potentiel Humain](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/centre-ahou-centre-detudes-sur-le-feminisme-et-le-developpement-du-potentiel-humain/) - CENTRE AHOU is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [The National Commission for Civic Education](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-national-commission-for-civic-education-ncce-ghana/) - The National Commission for Civic Education of Ghana plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leaders of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here
- [Federation of Liberian Youth - FLY](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/federation-of-liberian-youth-fly/) - Federation of Liberian Youth is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [RSTP - Rádio Somos Todos Primos](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/rstp-radio-somos-todos-primos/) - Rádio Somos Todos Primos is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Youth Leadership Parliament Ghana (YLP)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-leadership-parliament-ghana-ylp-ghana/) - Youth Leadership Parliament is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Bacha Re Bacha Youth Forum](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/bacha-re-bacha-youth-forum/) - Bacha Re Bacha Youth Forum is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Activate Rights](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/activate-rights/) - Activate Rights is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Fundación Para El Desarrollo De La Democracia Y Liderazgo Ciudadano - Colombia 2050](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/fundacion-para-el-desarrollo-de-la-democracia-y-liderazgo-ciudadano-colombia-2050/) - Fundación Colombia 2050 is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [CIVIX Colombia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/civix-colombia/) - CIVIX Colombia is part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Class Pro](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/class-pro/)
- [Mouvement CAP sur l’avenir](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mouvement-cap-sur-lavenir/)
- [Gouvernement Jeunesse d'Haïti](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/gouvernement-jeunesse-dhaiti/)
- [Asociación Nacional de Juventudes Rurales de Honduras](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/asociacion-nacional-de-juventudes-rurales-de-honduras/)
- [Mouvement Jeunes Révoltés (M.J.R)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mouvement-jeunes-revoltes-m-j-r/)
- [SankoreLabs](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sankorelabs/)
- [Association des jeunes pour l'émancipation et le progrès](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-des-jeunes-pour-lemancipation-et-le-progres/)
- [Association pour l'éducation à la citoyenneté numérique (DigiEduCivic)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-pour-leducation-a-la-citoyennete-numerique-digieducivic/)
- [Association Scouts du Niger](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-scouts-du-niger/)
- [Association des Blogueurs pour une Citoyenneté Active (ABCA)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-des-blogueurs-pour-une-citoyennete-active-abca/)
- [Réseau International de la Jeunesse de la Francophonie (RIJF)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/reseau-international-de-la-jeunesse-de-la-francophonie-rijf/)
- [Lesley Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/lesley-foundation/)
- [JAAGO Foundation Trust](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/jaago-foundation-trust/)
- [Fédération internationale des jeunes citoyens](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/federation-internationale-des-jeunes-citoyens/)
- [Fantapolitica!](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/fantapolitica/)
- [Edge Hope Builders For Youth and Women Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/edge-hope-builders-for-youth-and-women-initiative/)
- [Development Edge](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/development-edge/)
- [Celebrons le Courage de la Femme](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/celebrons-le-courage-de-la-femme/)
- [AWAFY Sudanese Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/awafy-sudanese-organization/)
- [Association des Blogueurs du Niger (ABN)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-des-blogueurs-du-niger-abn/)
- [Armavir Development Center NGO](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/armavir-development-center-ngo/)
- [Ambassadors Charity Trust (ACT)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ambassadors-charity-trust-act/)
- [AfrikSpark Tech Solutions / Citizens Voice](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/afrikspark-tech-solutions-citizens-voice/)
- [Youth Development for Local Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-development-for-local-democracy/)
- [Xhuma Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/xhuma-africa/)
- [West Sussex County Council Voice and Participation Team](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/west-sussex-county-council-voice-and-participation-team/)
- [SOMALILAND YOUTH AMBASSADORS COUNCIL](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/somaliland-youth-ambassadors-council/)
- [Sheba Youth Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sheba-youth-foundation/)
- [Sauti Yetu Afrika](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sauti-yetu-afrika/)
- [Pusat Pembangunan Rakyat Mandiri (MANDIRI)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/pusat-pembangunan-rakyat-mandiri-mandiri/)
- [Movement for Youth Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/movement-for-youth-development/)
- [MonITNG](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/monitng/)
- [Mikeda Youth Empowerment Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mikeda-youth-empowerment-organization/)
- [African Resilience Concern (ARC Africa)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/african-resilience-concern-arc-africa/)
- [CAYO-Concerned African Youth Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/cayo-concerned-african-youth-organization/)
- [Asociación Centro de Capacitación y Promoción de la Democracia, CECADE](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/asociacion-centro-de-capacitacion-y-promocion-de-la-democracia-cecade-2/)
- [Amplifying Youth Voices (AYV)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/amplifying-youth-voices-ayv/)
- [Bottomup Social Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/bottomup-social-development/)
- [Arab Youth Sustainable Development Network (AYSDN)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/arab-youth-sustainable-development-network-aysdn-2/)
- [Opengov youth innovation hub](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/opengov-youth-innovation-hub/)
- [Youth Partnership Countrywide(YPC)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-partnership-countrywideypc/)
- [Unity Foundation Cameroon (UFC)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/unity-foundation-cameroon-ufc/)
- [Tanzania Bora Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/tanzania-bora-initiative/)
- [Red Política de Liderazgo Emergente](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/red-politica-de-liderazgo-emergente/)
- [Plaza Cívica](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/plaza-civica/)
- [Outreach Debate](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/outreach-debate/)
- [Nigeria Youths in Politics](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/nigeria-youths-in-politics/)
- [JUVENTUDE DO PARTIDO DA SOCIAL DEMOCRACIA BRASILEIRA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/juventude-do-partido-da-social-democracia-brasileira/)
- [Futuro EEI](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/futuro-eei/)
- [Développer l’Éducation et Mobiliser les Opportunités pour stimuler la Société (DÉMOS)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/developper-leducation-et-mobiliser-les-opportunites-pour-stimuler-la-societe-demos/)
- [Débat Numérique National de la Jeunesse](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/debat-numerique-national-de-la-jeunesse/)
- [Avanza Nicaragua](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/avanza-nicaragua/)
- [Nalafem](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/nalafem/)
- [Kashful Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/kashful-foundation/)
- [](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/15804/)
- [Siasa Place](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/siasa-place/)
- [Siasa Place](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/members/siasa-place/)
- [The Zanzibar Fighting Against Youth Challenges Organization (ZAFAYCO)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-zanzibar-fighting-against-youth-challenges-organization-zafayco/)
- [The Zanzibar Fighting Against Youth Challenges Organization (ZAFAYCO)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/members/the-zanzibar-fighting-against-youth-challenges-organization-zafayco/)
- [SIAYA COUNTY COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY STUDENTS ASSOCIATION](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/siaya-county-college-and-university-students-association/)
- [SIAYA COUNTY COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY STUDENTS ASSOCIATION](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/members/siaya-county-college-and-university-students-association/)
- [Lugard Youth Development And Empowerment Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/lugard-youth-development-and-empowerment-initiative/)
- [Lugard Youth Development And Empowerment Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/members/lugard-youth-development-and-empowerment-initiative/)
- [Learn Politics Nigeria](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/learn-politics-nigeria/)
- [Learn Politics Nigeria](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/members/learn-politics-nigeria/)
- [Socio Economic Research and Development Centre (Serdec)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/socio-economic-research-and-development-centre-serdec/)
- [SOLIJ Solidarité Jeunes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/solij-solidarite-jeunes/)
- [SOLIJ Solidarité Jeunes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/members/solij-solidarite-jeunes/)
- [National Youth Council of the African Liberation League](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/national-youth-council-of-the-african-liberation-league/)
- [Impact Sahel](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/impact-sahel/)
- [Castro Álvarez & Santana](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/castro-alvarez-santana/)
- [Coglobal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/coglobal/)
- [Politize! - Civic Education Institute](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/politize-civic-education-institute/)
- [Politize! - Civic Education Institute](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/members/politize-civic-education-institute/)
- [Ominya Initiative for Peace and Community Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ominya-initiative-for-peace-and-community-development/)
- [Every Woman’s Rights and Youth Organization for Community Advancement (Ewryoca)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/every-womans-rights-and-youth-organization-for-community-advancement-ewryoca/)
- [Youth Advisory Project](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-advisory-project/)
- [Children and Young People Living for Peace](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/children-and-young-people-living-for-peace/)
- [Faraja Africa Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/faraja-africa-foundation/)
- [Inter Africa Network for Women, Media , Gender and Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/inter-africa-network-for-women-media-gender-and-development/)
- [United Nations Youth Association-Nigeria](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/united-nations-youth-association-nigeria/)
- [Community Actions for Development Network (CADINET)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/community-actions-for-development-network-cadinet/)
- [International Youth Think Tank](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/international-youth-think-tank/)
- [MundoSur](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mundosur/)
- [The Kesho alliance](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-kesho-alliance/)
- [Habitat Action and Peace](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/habitat-action-and-peace/)
- [fpci chapter uinsa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/fpci-chapter-uinsa/)
- [Asia Democracy Network](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/asia-democracy-network/)
- [Rescue Future Generation Charity Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/rescue-future-generation-charity-initiative/)
- [UNGAE (Union pour la Nouvelle Génération Africaine et Européenne)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ungae-union-pour-la-nouvelle-generation-africaine-et-europeenne/)
- [Project Vote SA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/project-vote-sa/)
- [Centre for capacity building & empowerment](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/centre-for-capacity-building-empowerment/)
- [Nepal Youth Network for Sustainable Development (NYN)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/nepal-youth-network-for-sustainable-development-nyn/)
- [Amplify Youth Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/amplify-youth-initiative/)
- [La Prunelle RDC asbl](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/la-prunelle-rdc-asbl/)
- [Collectif 2250](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/collectif-2250/)
- [Hope Makers Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/hope-makers-organization/)
- [Own The Peace Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/own-the-peace-africa/)
- [SERAC-Bangladesh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/serac-bangladesh/)
- [JCI Namibia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/jci-namibia/)
- [Indigenous Voices Uganda](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/indigenous-voices-uganda/)
- [Empodérate Vecino(a)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/empoderate-vecinoa/)
- [Peace Education and Practice Network](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/peace-education-and-practice-network/)
- [Youth Bridge Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-bridge-foundation/)
- [FEDERATION TCHADIENNE DU SCOUTISME](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/federation-tchadienne-du-scoutisme/)
- [Section 5](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/section-5/)
- [Al nawras for Democracy and Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/al-nawras-for-democracy-and-development/)
- [HOPE 4 LIFE UGANDA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/hope-4-life-uganda/)
- [Section20](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/section20/)
- [The VOTE Movement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-vote-movement/)
- [Kenya Ni Mimi](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/kenya-ni-mimi/)
- [Legis360](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/legis360/)
- [Baltasar Garzón International Foundation (FIBGAR)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/baltasar-garzon-international-foundation-fibgar/)
- [Uamuzi Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/uamuzi-foundation/)
- [Asociación Centro de Capacitación y Promoción de la Democracia (CECADE)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/asociacion-centro-de-capacitacion-y-promocion-de-la-democracia-cecade/)
- [Coalition of Associations for Leadership Peace Empowerment and Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/coalition-of-associations-for-leadership-peace-empowerment-and-development/)
- [Japan Youth Council](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/japan-youth-council/)
- [SHE'S AFRIQUE HUB](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/shes-afrique-hub/)
- [Organisation des Jeunes pour le Monde d'Avenir](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/organisation-des-jeunes-pour-le-monde-davenir/)
- [Libera Initiative for Civic Engagement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/libera-initiative-for-civic-engagement/)
- [Youth Initiative Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-initiative-foundation/)
- [IYAWO ASSOCIATION](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/iyawo-association/)
- [Development Three Sixty Limited(CSO)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/development-three-sixty-limitedcso/)
- [Citizen's Gavel Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/citizens-gavel-foundation/)
- [Centre de Documentation et de Formation sur les Droits de l'Homme (CDFDH)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/centre-de-documentation-et-de-formation-sur-les-droits-de-lhomme-cdfdh/)
- [Initiative Sougourounoma pour l'Education, la Paix et la Santé (ISEPS)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/initiative-sougourounoma-pour-leducation-la-paix-et-la-sante-iseps/)
- [Faso Civic](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/faso-civic/)
- [Association Démocratie101 Mali](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-democratie101-mali/)
- [e-Mentor](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/e-mentor/)
- [Mauritech-Vizeho](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mauritech-vizeho/)
- [This Generation Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/this-generation-organization/)
- [Groupe de Jeunes et Femmes Autonomes (GJFA)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/groupe-de-jeunes-et-femmes-autonomes-gjfa/)
- [East & Horn of Africa Election Observation Network](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/east-horn-of-africa-election-observation-network/)
- [Initiative for Responsible Artificial Intelligence (I4RAI)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/initiative-for-responsible-artificial-intelligence-i4rai/)
- [Centre de Formation en Mécanismes de Protection des Droits Humains](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/centre-de-formation-en-mecanismes-de-protection-des-droits-humains/)
- [Hope Sahel (ONG)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/hope-sahel-ong/)
- [YIELD TRUST](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/yield-trust/)
- [Cameroon Digital Tank (CADIT)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/cameroon-digital-tank-cadit/)
- [Equal Namibia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/equal-namibia/)
- [Women and Power Association](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/women-and-power-association/)
- [Sustainable Development Initiatives Organization (SUDEVIN)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sustainable-development-initiatives-organization-sudevin/)
- [Association ADIEFA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-adiefa/)
- [Not Too Young to Lead Initative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/not-too-young-to-lead-initative/)
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- [Dunya-Ethic](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/dunya-ethic/)
- [Horn Center for Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/horn-center-for-democracy/)
- [Amnesty International Sénégal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/amnesty-international-senegal/)
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- [TIMRAN](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/timran/)
- [Young Women Christian Association (YWCA) in Ethiopia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/young-women-christian-association-ywca-in-ethiopia/)
- [Polaris Association](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/polaris-association/)
- [Women In Politics Forum](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/women-in-politics-forum/)
- [Actions For Africa Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/actions-for-africa-development/)
- [Africa New Generation Leaders (ANGLE)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/africa-new-generation-leaders-angle/)
- [Baani ONG](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/baani-ong/)
- [Groupe de Recherche Action sur la Sécurité Humaine](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/groupe-de-recherche-action-sur-la-securite-humaine/)
- [Association Villageois 2.0](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-villageois-2-0/)
- [Centre d'Etudes et de Recherches en Education pour le Développement durable (CERED)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/centre-detudes-et-de-recherches-en-education-pour-le-developpement-durable-cered/)
- [Youth Impact Coalition](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-impact-coalition/)
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- [Youth Empowerment Solutions Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-empowerment-solutions-initiative/)
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- [MAP AFRIQUE](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/map-afrique/)
- [Salama Peace Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/salama-peace-initiative/)
- [Association de Partage et de L'action sociale](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-de-partage-et-de-laction-sociale/)
- [Jeunes Volontaires pour l'Environnement (JVE) Niger](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/jeunes-volontaires-pour-lenvironnement-jve-niger/)
- [Association for Cooperation and Transformation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-for-cooperation-and-transformation/)
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- [MAKUENI YOUTH NETWORK](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/makueni-youth-network/)
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- [Community Hub for Inclusive Development (CHID)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/community-hub-for-inclusive-development-chid/)
- [Actions for Development and Empowerment](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/actions-for-development-and-empowerment/)
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- [Her Innovation Cameroon](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/her-innovation-cameroon/)
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- [Eshet Children and Youth Development Organization (ECYDO)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/eshet-children-and-youth-development-organization-ecydo/)
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- [Association pour la Promotion des Droits des Jeunes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-pour-la-promotion-des-droits-des-jeunes/)
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- [Liberty and Democracy Corporation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/liberty-and-democracy-corporation/)
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- [Espoir de la Famille](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/espoir-de-la-famille/)
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- [The Timbuktu Center for Strategic Studies on the Sahel](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-timbuktu-center-for-strategic-studies-on-the-sahel/)
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- [Association Dignité Humaine et Développement Durable](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-dignite-humaine-et-developpement-durable/)
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- [Forum 2040](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/forum-2040/)
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- [Liberty 32](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/liberty-32/)
- [Support of Afghanistan People Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/support-of-afghanistan-people-organization/)
- [Organization of Humanitarian Services for Development of Afghanistan](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/organization-of-humanitarian-services-for-development-of-afghanistan/)
- [Guides du Sénégal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/guides-du-senegal/)
- [Fundación Meridiano](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/fundacion-meridiano/)
- [Democracy Reporting International gGmbH](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/democracy-reporting-international-ggmbh/)
- [Social Change Factory](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/social-change-factory/)
- [European Youth Press](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/european-youth-press/)
- [Guild Presidents Leadership Academy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/guild-presidents-leadership-academy/)
- [Webfala Digital Skills for all Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/webfala-digital-skills-for-all-initiative/)
- [Acción Universitaria Nicaragua AU](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/accion-universitaria-nicaragua-au/)
- [Start The Future Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/start-the-future-initiative/)
- [Hope for the Masses Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/hope-for-the-masses-foundation/)
- [Center for Democracy and Human Rights](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/center-for-democracy-and-human-rights/)
- [Youth Aid Development Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-aid-development-initiative/)
- [BreachBuilders](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/breachbuilders/)
- [European Initiative for Gender Inclusive Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/european-initiative-for-gender-inclusive-democracy/)
- [Senat na Ty](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/senat-na-ty/)
- [Women Too Africa Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/women-too-africa-foundation/)
- [Kenya Young Members of County Assemblies](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/kenya-young-members-of-county-assemblies/)
- [SOMALI EDUCATION AND YOUTH DEVELOPMENT ACTION (SOEYDA)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/somali-education-and-youth-development-action-soeyda/)
- [Q2IMPACT](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/q2impact/)
- [Youth Leadership Confederation of Thailand](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-leadership-confederation-of-thailand/)
- [Northern Aid And Welfare Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/northern-aid-and-welfare-organization/)
- [Charles Sturt University](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/charles-sturt-university/)
- [Humanees](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/humanees/)
- [ActionAid Denmark](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/actionaid-denmark/)
- [Safe Steps Foundation Kenya (SSF-K)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/safe-steps-foundation-kenya-ssf-k/)
- [Aula Abierta](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/aula-abierta/)
- [Young European Leadership (YEL)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/young-european-leadership-yel/)
- [Bingwa Civic Tech Lab](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/bingwa-civic-tech-lab/)
- [VOIX ET ACTIONS CITOYENNES](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/voix-et-actions-citoyennes/)
- [Mediterranean Youth Council](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mediterranean-youth-council/)
- [JournoTECH](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/journotech/)
- [Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/oecd/)
- [Georgetown University Democracy & Governance MA Program](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/georgetown-university-democracy-governance-ma-program/)
- [Democracy moves](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/democracy-moves/)
- [Zimbabwe Youth For Impaired Persons Trust](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/zimbabwe-youth-for-impaired-persons-trust/)
- [Thrive for Education Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/thrive-for-education-development/)
- [Fadhili Teens Tanzania (FTT)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/fadhili-teens-tanzania-ftt/)
- [Comrades Association Namibia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/comrades-association-namibia/)
- [Kenya Muslim Women Allaince](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/kenya-muslim-women-allaince/)
- [iFix Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ifix-initiative/)
- [Action pour le Développement de l'Initiative Locale (ADILO)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/action-pour-le-developpement-de-linitiative-locale-adilo/)
- [OpenNet4 O Zambia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/opennet4-o-zambia/)
- [Learning Squared Liberia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/learning-squared-liberia/)
- [Community Solutions Zimbabwe](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/community-solutions-zimbabwe/)
- [Indian Youth Cafe](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/indian-youth-cafe/)
- [Africa-Asia Youth Foundation - AAYFO](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/africa-asia-youth-foundation-aayfo/)
- [Asociación Juvenil para el Bienestar Integral (AJUBI)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/asociacion-juvenil-para-el-bienestar-integral-ajubi/)
- [Tanzania Patriotic Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/tanzania-patriotic-organization/)
- [Gender And Reproductive Health Advocacy Youth Network](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/gender-and-reproductive-health-advocacy-youth-network/)
- [Young Female Influencers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/young-female-influencers/)
- [Politics4Her](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/politics4her/)
- [Young Men's Christian Association, Ethiopia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/young-mens-christian-association-ethiopia/)
- [CENTER FOR ELECTORAL JUSTICE AND RESEARCH](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/center-for-electoral-justice-and-research/)
- [The Demography Project](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-demography-project/)
- [Guyana Environment Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/guyana-environment-initiative/)
- [Honiara Youth Council](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/honiara-youth-council/)
- [Institute for Government and Public Affairs (IGPA)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/institute-for-government-and-public-affairs-igpa/)
- [Eclectic Love](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/eclectic-love/)
- [Youth Association for Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-association-for-development/)
- [Citoyenneté Ci Sama Gokh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/citoyennete-ci-sama-gokh-2/)
- [YOTA - Youth Opportunity and Transformation in Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/yota-youth-opportunity-and-transformation-in-africa/)
- [NETWORK FOR RESEARCH AND GOVERNANCE](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/network-for-research-and-governance/)
- [WAJIBIKA COMMUNITY CENTER](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/wajibika-community-center/)
- [FADHILI TEENS TANZANIA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/fadhili-teens-tanzania/)
- [Youth Up Together](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-up-together/)
- [youth IGF Nepal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-igf-nepal/)
- [The Millennials Movement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-millennials-movement/)
- [Vision des filles leaders pour le développement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/vision-des-filles-leaders-pour-le-developpement/)
- [Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/brain-builders-youth-development-initiative/) - Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative is part of the organisation that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [AfricTivistes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/africtivistes/) - AfricTivistes plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leader of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here Africtivistes is also part of the organisation that received a grant from the
- [Accountability Lab](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/accountability-lab/) - Accountability Lab Nepal and South Africa are part of the organisations that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Youth for a Better Cameroon - YOBCA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-for-a-better-cameroon-yobca/)
- [Amani Center CBO](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/amani-center-cbo/)
- [Save The Rural Society](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/save-the-rural-society/)
- [Youth Partnership for Peace and Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-partnership-for-peace-and-development/)
- [TUMAINI LA VIJANA NA WATOTO TANZANIA(TUVIWATA)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/tumaini-la-vijana-na-watoto-tanzaniatuviwata/)
- [The Amplifiers Youth Organization(TAYO)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-amplifiers-youth-organizationtayo/)
- [Angaza Community Based Organisation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/angaza-community-based-organisation/)
- [Creating A Place For All - CAPFA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/creating-a-place-for-all-capfa/)
- [Centre for Girls and Interaction (CEGI)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/centre-for-girls-and-interaction-cegi/)
- [Social Enabled Education](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/social-enabled-education/)
- [Convention Tchadienne de Défense de droits de l'Homme](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/convention-tchadienne-de-defense-de-droits-de-lhomme/)
- [Kenya youth federation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/kenya-youth-federation/)
- [Mandera youth assembly](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mandera-youth-assembly/)
- [Girls Gone Political](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/girls-gone-political-2/)
- [Youth Coalition for Electoral Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-coalition-for-electoral-democracy/)
- [Young and alive initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/young-and-alive-initiative/)
- [Nosotras Women Connecting](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/nosotras-women-connecting/)
- [National Youth Advisory Council Of Jamaica](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/national-youth-advisory-council-of-jamaica/)
- [Liberia Youth Development for Integration and Access (LYDIA Liberia)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/liberia-youth-development-for-integration-and-access-lydia-liberia/)
- [Papua New Guinea Rural Development INC (PNGRDI)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/papua-new-guinea-rural-development-inc-pngrdi/)
- [The Youth Cafe](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-youth-cafe/) - The Youth Cafe is part of the organisation that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Switfun Tv](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/switfun-tv/)
- [Youth alliance for transformation in Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-alliance-for-transformation-in-africa/)
- [Commonwealth Youth Peace Ambassadors Network](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/commonwealth-youth-peace-ambassadors-network/)
- [Somali Youth Leaders](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/somali-youth-leaders/)
- [Scholastic Foundation Nepal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/scholastic-foundation-nepal/)
- [Freedom House](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/freedom-house/)
- [Legacies of War](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/legacies-of-war/)
- [Ministère de la Jeunesse (Sénégal)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ministere-de-la-jeunesse-du-senegal/)
- [Voix du Cœur](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/voix-du-coeur/)
- [NIMD](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/nimd/)
- [Yiaga Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/yiaga-africa/)
- [Delegation of the European Union to Nepal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/delegation-of-the-european-union-to-nepal/)
- [Youth Council (Moldova)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/moldovan-youth-council/)
- [Mzalendo trust](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mzalendo-trust/)
- [YP Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/yp-foundation/)
- [Ministry of Youth and Sports (Ghana)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ghana-ministry-of-youth-and-sports/)
- [People in Need](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/people-in-need/)
- [Elykia Institute](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/elykia-institute/)
- [Horn Peace Institute](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/horn-peace-institute/)
- [DIPD (Danish Institute for Parties and Democracy)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/dipd/)
- [Konraud Adenauer Foundation - KAS](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/konraud-adenauer-foundation-kas/)
- [Child Rights Centre](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/child-rights-centre/)
- [Youth Senate Kenya](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-senate-kenya/)
- [The Youth Congress (Kenya)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-youth-congress/)
- [Restless Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/restless-development/)
- [Stretchers Youth Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/stretchers-youth-organization/)
- [Blind Youth Association Nepal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/blind-youth-association-nepal/) - Blind Youth Association Nepal is part of the organisation that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Mothers and Children Development Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mothers-and-children-development-organization/)
- [Alma Cívica](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/alma-civica/) - Alma Cívica is part of the organisation that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Politicos](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/politicos/)
- [Elwak South Youth Forum-CBO](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/elwak-south-youth-forum-cbo/)
- [Grace Charitable And Rehabilitation Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/grace-charitable-and-rehabilitation-organization/)
- [Boresha Life Empowerment Kenya](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/boresha-life-empowerment-kenya/)
- [Youth Unite Zambia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-unite-zambia/)
- [Leaders for Leaders Champion](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/leaders-for-leaders-champion/)
- [Namibia Media Trust](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/namibia-media-trust/)
- [ONG Tolotsoa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ong-tolotsoa/)
- [Girls and Women Empowerment Network (GWEN) Trust](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/girls-and-women-empowerment-network-trust/) - Girls and Women Empowerment Network (GWEN) Trust is part of the organisation that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Reach Out Tanzania](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/reach-out-tanzania/)
- [ONG Ouvrir Les Horizons](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ong-ouvrir-les-horizons/) - Ouvrir Les Horizons is part of the organisation that received a grant from the Youth Democracy Cohort. Discover how they are driving change in youth political participation here.
- [Friends of the African Union](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/friends-of-the-african-union/)
- [Gambia Participates](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/gambia-participates/)
- [Chitungwiza Community Development Network](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/chitungwiza-community-development-network/)
- [Amazon Theatrix Ensemble](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/amazon-theatrix-ensemble/)
- [Coordinadora Universitaria por la Democracia y la Justicia (CUDJ)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/coordinadora-universitaria-por-la-democracia-y-la-justicia-cudj/)
- [Tayo Na Collaboratory (TN!C) for Young Leaders of Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/tayo-na-collaboratory-tnc-for-young-leaders-of-democracy/)
- [Creations Forum Afrika](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/creations-forum-afrika/)
- [Youth Lead Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-lead-africa/)
- [Talanta Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/talanta-africa/)
- [ANGLICAN COMMUNION YOUTH NETWORK](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/anglican-communion-youth-network/)
- [The National Council of and for persons with Disabilities (South Africa)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-national-council-of-and-for-persons-with-disabilities/)
- [NGO Little People of Kosovo](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ngo-little-people-of-kosovo/)
- [Youth for Innovation Trust](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-for-innovation-trust/)
- [Social Justice League](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/social-justice-league/)
- [TRACODA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/tracoda/)
- [Latin American Youth Network for Democracy (Juventud LAC)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/latin-american-youth-network-for-democracy-juventud-lac/)
- [The European Commission (Department for International Partnerships - DG INTPA)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-european-commission/) - The European Commission plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leader of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here
- [U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/u-s-agency-for-international-development-usaid/)
- [International Republican Institute (IRI, USA)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/international-republican-institute-iri-usa/)
- [National Democratic Institute (NDI, USA)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/national-democratic-institute-ndi-usa/)
- [DPART - think tank](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/dpart-think-tank/)
- [Club de Madrid](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/club-de-madrid/)
- [Réseau Ouest Africain des Jeunes Femmes Leaders (ROAJELF, Senegal)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/reseau-ouest-africain-des-jeunes-femmes-leaders-roajelf-senegal/)
- [La Rencontre Africaine pour la Défense des Droits de l'Homme (RADDHO, Senegal)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/la-rencontre-africaine-pour-la-defense-des-droits-de-lhomme-raddho-senegal/)
- [Voluntary Service Overseas (VSO)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/voluntary-service-overseas-vso/)
- [Association of Youth Organizations in Nepal (AYON)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-of-youth-organizations-in-nepal-ayon/)
- [UNDI18 (Malaysia)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/undi18-malaysia/)
- [L'Observatoire SAFIDY Fanaraha-maso ny fifidianana](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/lobservatoire-safidy-fanaraha-maso-ny-fifidianana/)
- [Plateforme "Jeunes et engagés !" (EU)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/plateforme-jeunes-et-engages-eu/)
- [Ministry Of Foreign Affairs of Denmark](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ministry-of-foreign-affairs-of-denmark/)
- [Manchester City Council](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/manchester-city-council/)
- [Isika](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/isika/)
- [YAPD4Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/yapd4africa/)
- [Suar Asa Khatulistiwa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/suar-asa-khatulistiwa/)
- [IASIS NGO](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/iasis-ngo/)
- [Rwanda Youth Organization Forum](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/rwanda-youth-organization-forum/)
- [Fundación El Dato](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/fundacion-el-dato/)
- [Feminists Support For Youth Initiative Uganda](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/feminists-support-for-youth-initiative-uganda/)
- [Organization for Social Accountability Ethiopia (OSAE)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/organization-for-social-accountability-ethiopia-osae/)
- [Key Populations Uganda](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/key-populations-uganda/)
- [Bays Planet Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/bays-planet-foundation/)
- [ELIMU CARE](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/elimu-care/)
- [Youth organization for global action](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-organization-for-global-action/)
- [Diario Mirador](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/diario-mirador/)
- [Association Development by Young People (ADYP)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-development-by-young-people-adyp/)
- [DOXA HOUSE FOUNDATION](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/doxa-house-foundation/)
- [Ensaf for development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ensaf-for-development/)
- [Rede Africana de Cooperação e Desenvolvimento](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/rede-africana-de-cooperacao-e-desenvolvimento/)
- [Cruize Talks Podcast](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/cruize-talks-podcast/)
- [Organisation pour le Développement Intelectuel de Madagascar ( NGO ODIMA )](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/organisation-pour-le-developpement-intelectuel-de-madagascar-ngo-odima/)
- [Association des Jeunes Entreprenants de Bonassama (AJE)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-des-jeunes-entreprenants-de-bonassama-aje/)
- [Youth Actions for Development Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-actions-for-development-foundation/)
- [Phoenix Revival Association](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/phoenix-revival-association/)
- [ReadyToLeadAfrica](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/readytoleadafrica/)
- [Sustainable Pathways Nigeria](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sustainable-pathways-nigeria/)
- [The G16 Taraba youths iniative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-g16-taraba-youths-iniative/)
- [Chibombo Child Development Agency](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/chibombo-child-development-agency/)
- [Global Meetings Company (Glomeec)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/global-meetings-company-glomeec/)
- [STEMi Makers of Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/stemi-makers-of-africa/)
- [The Ogoni Girl Child Initiative For Environmental Restoration (TOGIFER)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-ogoni-girl-child-initiative-for-environmental-restoration-togifer/)
- [Youth and Urbanism](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-and-urbanism/)
- [Center for Creative and Cultural Industries, Chapman University](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/center-for-creative-and-cultural-industries-chapman-university/)
- [SHOAA FOR HUMAN RIGHTS](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/shoaa-for-human-rights/)
- [Connect your city - Brussels](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/3202/)
- [Plus rien comme avant](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/plus-rien-comme-avant/)
- [Permanent Secretariat of the Community of Democracies](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/permanent-secretariat-of-the-community-of-democracies/)
- [Webzaly](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/webzaly/)
- [Association des parents et malades spina bifida (est une association nationale)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-des-parents-et-malades-spina-bifida-est-une-association-nationale/)
- [Centre for Development Support Initiatives (CEDSI) Nigeria](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/centre-for-development-support-initiatives-cedsi-nigeria/)
- [Fondation conseil jeune](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/fondation-conseil-jeune/)
- [Southern Africa Youth Forum (SAYoF)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/southern-africa-youth-forum-sayof/)
- [Association des Habitants pour le Développement de Bepanda Yongyong](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-des-habitants-pour-le-developpement-de-bepanda-yongyong/)
- [Together for Humanity and Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/together-for-humanity-and-development/)
- [Youth Council in Action for Nation (YOUTH CAN)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-council-in-action-for-nation-youth-can/)
- [Balkan Youth Activism](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/balkan-youth-activism/)
- [Law Students' Association of Sri Lanka](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/law-students-association-of-sri-lanka/)
- [Uzalendo Afrika Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/uzalendo-afrika-initiative/)
- [Kisumu Youth Caucus](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/umzansi-youth-in-business-uyb/)
- [Commonwealth Youth Human Rights & Democracy Network](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/commonwealth-youth-human-rights-democracy-network/)
- [Ustawi Kenya Program](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ustawi-kenya-program/)
- [WOMEN CRUSADE FOR DEVELOPMENT AFRICA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/women-crusade-for-development-africa/)
- [GoodGovPH Inc.](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/goodgovph-inc/)
- [Tana Action Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/tana-action-initiative/)
- [Human Rights Research Center (HRRC)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/human-rights-research-center-hrrc/)
- [Universiti Tun Hussein Onn Malaysia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/universiti-tun-hussein-onn-malaysia/)
- [Réseau National des Acteurs du Développement Durable-RENADE](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/reseau-national-des-acteurs-du-developpement-durable-renade/)
- [Door Beyond War](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/door-beyond-war/)
- [RUTH ROTICH & COMPANY ADVOCATES](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ruth-rotich-company-advocates/)
- [YouthLab solutions](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youthlab-solutions/)
- [ACACIA ASBL](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/acacia-asbl/)
- [Center for Governance and Leadership (CEGOL)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/center-for-governance-and-leadership-cegol/)
- [AfroLeadership](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/afroleadership/)
- [Partners for Agriculture and Community Development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/partners-for-agriculture-and-community-development/)
- [Sunday Akinrelere Leadership and Mentorship Initiative (SALEMi)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sunday-akinrelere-leadership-and-mentorship-initiative-salemi/)
- [SARA Movement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sara-movement/)
- [Civilab](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/civilab/)
- [The Drive Leadership Network](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-drive-leadership-network/)
- [Real Agenda For Youth Transformation Trust](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/real-agenda-for-youth-transformation-trust/)
- [Organisation des jeunes pour la citoyenneté active et le développement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/organisation-des-jeunes-pour-la-citoyennete-active-et-le-developpement/)
- [ASOEDHU (It Gets Better Paraguay)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/asoedhu-it-gets-better-paraguay/)
- [Lifesong Kenya](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/lifesong-kenya/)
- [Global Alliance for a Healthy Society (GAHSO)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/global-alliance-for-a-healthy-society-gahso/)
- [Youthmakers Hub](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youthmakers-hub/)
- [Youth Space Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-space-foundation/)
- [Citizen Voice and Actions](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/citizen-voice-and-actions/)
- [Advokc Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/advokc-foundation/)
- [Ose Women and Youth Development (OWYD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ose-women-and-youth-development-owyd/)
- [Integrated for New Knowledge Ethiopia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/integrated-for-new-knowledge-ethiopia/)
- [Nexus Intellect Research NGO](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/nexus-intellect-research-ngo/)
- [Impulse Foundation for Youth (Fundacja Impuls dla Młodych)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/impulse-foundation-for-youth-fundacja-impuls-dla-mlodych/)
- [Youth for Privacy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-for-privacy/)
- [Students Against Corruption Intl.](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/students-against-corruption-intl/)
- [Sasa Organization for the Promotion of Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sasa-organization-for-the-promotion-of-democracy/)
- [Centre for Gender And Politics South Asia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/centre-for-gender-and-politics-south-asia/)
- [Path Youth Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/path-youth-organization/)
- [YOUTHAID-LIBERIA (YAL)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youthaid-liberia-yal/)
- [Youth Without Borders - Tunisia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-without-borders-tunisia/)
- [Consortium Jeunesse Sénégal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/consortium-jeunesse-senegal/)
- [iVoting](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ivoting/)
- [Research Voice Tanzania](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/research-voice-tanzania/)
- [Tavush Region Tourism Development Agency NGO](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/tavush-region-tourism-development-agency-ngo/)
- [Aïssata Ly](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/aissata-ly/)
- [INCLUSIVE](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/inclusive/)
- [Civilab](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/civilab-2/)
- [Improve Liberia cooperation movement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/improve-liberia-cooperation-movement/)
- [Justice House](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/justice-house/)
- [Zimbabwe United Nations Association](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/zimbabwe-united-nations-association/)
- [NATIONAL COLLABORATIVE BOARD ASSOCIATION](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/national-collaborative-board-association/)
- [YouthNet for Climate Justice](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youthnet-for-climate-justice/)
- [Women Aid and Youth Development Organization-WAYDO](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/women-aid-and-youth-development-organization-waydo/)
- [Wazi Community Based Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/wazi-community-based-organization/)
- [MIGHT FOUNDATION](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/might-foundation/)
- [Network of Youth for Sustainable Initiative (NGYouthSDGs)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/network-of-youth-for-sustainable-initiative-ngyouthsdgs/)
- [LACLOCHE](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/lacloche/)
- [Youth & Citizens for integrity (YCI)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-citizens-for-integrity-yci/)
- [Europiamo ETS](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/europiamo-ets/)
- [Liberia CSOs Anti- Corruption Coalition](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/liberia-csos-anti-corruption-coalition/)
- [Nottooyoungtolead initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/nottooyoungtolead-initiative/)
- [IREX](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/irex/)
- [Run For It](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/run-for-it/)
- [American Corner Surkhet](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/american-corner-surkhet/)
- [Youth Development and Empowerment initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-development-and-empowerment-initiative/)
- [Civic Hive](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/civic-hive/)
- [Tech4Peace](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/tech4peace/)
- [MEGA Act Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mega-act-foundation/)
- [Afghans Empowered](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/afghans-empowered/)
- [DevTrain Community and Entrepreneurship Development Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/devtrain-community-and-entrepreneurship-development-initiative/)
- [Groupe de Réflexion et d’Action pour la Démocratie et l’Inclusivité au Mali (GRADI-Mali)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/groupe-de-reflexion-et-daction-pour-la-democratie-et-linclusivite-au-mali-gradi-mali/)
- [African Resilient Initiative for Community Development (AfRICOSUD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/african-resilient-initiative-for-community-developmentafricosud/)
- [SAVE Youth Bangladesh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/save-youth-bangladesh/)
- [Tournons La Page](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/tournons-la-page/)
- [BeRelevant Afrika](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/berelevant-afrika/)
- [IdonIA Lab](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/idonia-lab/)
- [CLUB ETUDIANT ENTREPRENEUR](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/club-etudiant-entrepreneur/)
- [Ark and Rainbow Development Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ark-and-rainbow-development-foundation/)
- [Internet Dialogue for Law Reform (iLaw)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/internet-dialogue-for-law-reform-ilaw/)
- [PROMAD Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/promad-foundation/)
- [Nepal Youth Council](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/nepal-youth-council/) - Nepal Youth Council (NYC, Nepal) plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leader of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here
- [National Planning Commission (NPC, Nepal)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/https-npc-gov-np-en/) - The National Planning Commission plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leader of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here
- [European partnership for Democracy (EPD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/european-partnership-for-democracy-belgium/) - EPD plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leader of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here
- [Organisation URU](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/organisation-uru-central-african-republic/)
- [Ministerio de Cultura y Juventud](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ministerio-de-cultura-y-juventud-costa-rica/) - Ministerio de Cultura y Juventud of Costa Rica plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leader of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here
- [Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Worship](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ministry-of-foreign-affairs-and-worship-costa-rica/) - Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Worship of Costa Rica plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leader of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here
- [Ministry of Youth and Sports](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ministry-of-youth-and-sports-nepal/) - Ministry of Youth and Sports of Nepal plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leader of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here
- [The International Institute for Democracy and Electoral Assistance (International IDEA)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/international-idea/) - International IDEA plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leader of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here
- [European Democracy Youth Network (EDYN)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/european-democracy-youth-network-edyn/) - EDYN plays a pivotal role in advancing Youth Political Participation and actively shape the Youth Democracy Cohort into a key player in this field as one of the co-leader of the organisation. More about the Youth Democracy Cohort Structure & Ambitions here
- [Afrobarometer](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/afrobarometer/)
- [Youth Innovation Lab (YI-Lab)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-innovation-lab/)
- [The International Foundation for Electoral Systems (IFES)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/international-foundation-for-electoral-systems/)
- [Save the Children](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/save-the-children-international/)
- [Imara Leadership Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/imara-leadership-initiative/)
- [International Federation Of Women Lawyers (FIDA) Nigeria](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/international-federation-of-women-lawyers-fida-nigeria/)
- [LeadHership Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/leadhership-foundation/)
- [Sustainable Actions for Leadership, Transformation and Inclusivity Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sustainable-actions-for-leadership-transformation-and-inclusivity-initiative/)
- [Parti Centriste du Gabon](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/parti-centriste-du-gabon/)
- [ONG LES AMIS DE L'EDUCATION](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ong-les-amis-de-leducation/)
- [KIJANA HAI](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/kijana-hai/)
- [African Child Projects](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/african-child-projects/)
- [Akurase Mpuntuo Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/akurase-mpuntuo-foundation/)
- [West Africa Democracy Solidary Network (WADEMOS)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/west-africa-democracy-solidary-network-wademos/)
- [Girls Gone Political](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/girls-gone-political/)
- [Fédération des Associations des Femmes Entrepreneures de la République Centrafricaine](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/federation-des-associations-des-femmes-entrepreneures-de-la-republique-centrafricaine/)
- [SADC YOUTH NETWORK (SADCYN)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sadc-youth-network-sadcyn/)
- [Umusepela Project](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/umusepela-project/)
- [The American Youth Association](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/the-american-youth-association/)
- [Youth Aspire Development Trust](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-aspire-development-trust/)
- [Youth in Federal Discourse (YFD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/youth-in-federal-discourse-yfd/)
- [TEM Foundation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/tem-foundation/)
- [Mouthful.org](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/mouthful-org/)
- [Nurturing Aide Valuing Yuva Foundation (N.A.V Yuva Foundation)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/nurturing-aide-valuing-yuva-foundation-n-a-v-yuva-foundation/)
- [Warrior Diplomacy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/warrior-diplomacy/)
- [Europe Elects](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/europe-elects/)
- [NACAJ (Núcleo de Apoio as Crianças, Adolescentes e Jovens)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/nacaj-nucleo-de-apoio-as-criancas-adolescentes-e-jovens/)
- [AJAD](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ajad/)
- [Académie Sportive d'Haïti ACASH](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/academie-sportive-dhaiti-acash/)
- [Deep-Impact Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/deep-impact-initiative/)
- [Sky volunteering Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/sky-volunteering-organization/)
- [Bango organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/bango-organization/)
- [Friends Development Organization](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/friends-development-organization/)
- [Digital Girls](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/digital-girls/)
- [Centre Affrika Obota-Burkina Faso (CAO-BF)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/centre-affrika-obota-burkina-faso-cao-bf/)
- [JEFFHILL MENTORSHIP AND LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE MASENO UNIVERSITY CHARTER](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/jeffhill-mentorship-and-leadership-experience-maseno-university-charter/)
- [Citoyenneté Ci Sama Gokh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/citoyennete-ci-sama-gokh/)
- [QS ImpACT](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/qs-impact/)
- [Association of Volunteers for Awareness, Promotion of Rights and Sustainable Development (AVSPDD in Acronym)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/association-of-volunteers-for-awareness-promotion-of-rights-and-sustainable-development-avspdd-in-acronym/)
- [Post Society](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/post-society/)
- [RESSEMBLEMENT DES JEUNES ACTIFS](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/ressemblement-des-jeunes-actifs/)
- [Jukwaa la Katiba Tanzania (JUKATA)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/jukwaa-la-katiba-tanzania-jukata/)
- [Centre Africa Obota Togo (CAO-TOGO)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/members/centre-africa-obota-togo-cao-togo/)

## Map Items

- [Chapter 11. Can Democratic Elitism Explain Bhutan’s Minimal Youth Political Participation? - by Dechen Rabgyal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-11-by-dechen-rabgyal/) - Can Democratic Elitism Explain Bhutan’s Minimal Youth Political Participation? Ever since Bhutan’s introduction of democracy in 2008, a recurring question has been why so few young people are involved in the country’s politics. A 2018 study observed that even students of political science do not see politics as “something that they can care about”.[i] The
- [Mohamud Elmi](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/mohamud-elmi-nur/) - Somalia 🇸🇴 Mohamud Elmi is a Garowe-based journalist and media professional with a strong focus on investigative and public interest reporting. His work centers on social issues, youth development, media ethics, and community resilience in Puntland. Through in-depth storytelling and research-driven reporting, he aims to amplify underrepresented voices and contribute to informed public discourse. Mohamud
- [Sharif Hashi Ulisow](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/sharif-hashi-ulisow/) - Somalia 🇸🇴 Sharif Hashi Ulisow is a journalism student, investigative digital storyteller, and photojournalist based in Mogadishu. His work explores the intersection of digital rights, misinformation, and youth civic engagement, combining research-driven reporting with visual storytelling. Through investigative features and socially conscious photography, he seeks to document the realities of digital transformation and amplify the
- [Hamidou Soumana Diallo Oumarou](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/hamidou-soumana-diallo-oumarou/) - Niger 🇳🇪 Hamidou Soumana Diallo Oumarou est un étudiant en fin de cycle de Médecine au Niger, profondément engagé en faveur de l’impact communautaire. Membre actif du scoutisme depuis 2012, son engagement lui a permis d'occuper des fonctions de premier plan au niveau national et international. Actuellement membre du Comité Africain du Scoutisme il allie
- [The Walanga Civic & Gender Empowerment Training](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-walanga-civic-gender-empowerment-training/) - Uganda ABSTRACT The Walanga Civic & Gender Empowerment Training is a community-based initiative implemented in March 2025 in rural Eastern Uganda by the European Initiative for Gender Inclusive Democracy (EIGID) in partnership with NSETTE Foundation Uganda. The programme strengthened civic participation and gender equality through participatory, multigenerational training for children, young mothers, and grandmothers. Delivered
- [Accountability Lab Nepal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/accountability-lab-nepal/) - Accountability Lab Nepal is supported by the Youth Democracy Cohort to disseminate, advocate and monitor the Menu of Possible Commitments.
- [Cheikh Fatou Gueye](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/cheikh-fatou-gueye/) - Senegal 🇸🇳 Cheikh Fatou Gueye is a digital activist, doctoral student in public policy and analyst of democratic issues in Africa. A committed researcher and content creator, he is Project Manager at Action 4 Change Senegal and Head of the Democracy and Digital Unit. Through his analyses, he focuses on the relationship between social networks,
- [Mahamadou Moussa Brah](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/mahamadou-moussa-brah/) - Niger 🇳🇪 Mahamadou Moussa Brah is a digital content creator, coordinator of ClassPro Niger and fact-checker with KubaaruCheck. Committed to the fight against misinformation and the promotion of digital rights, he develops educational content adapted to local realities to raise young people's awareness of digital issues and information verification. Through his work, he trains citizens
- [Cheikh Fatou Gueye](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/cheikh-fatou-gueye/) - Sénégal 🇸🇳 Cheikh Fatou Gueye est activiste numérique, doctorant en politiques publiques et analyste des enjeux démocratiques en Afrique. Chercheur et créateur de contenu engagé, il est Chargé de Projet au sein d'Action 4 Change Senegal et Responsable du pôle Démocratie et Numérique. À travers ses analyses, il s’intéresse aux rapports entre réseaux sociaux, pouvoir
- [Mahamadou Moussa Brah](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/mahamadou-moussa-brah/) - Niger 🇳🇪 Mahamadou Moussa Brah est un créateur de contenu numérique, coordinateur de ClassPro Niger et fact-checker au sein de KubaaruCheck. Engagé dans la lutte contre la désinformation et la promotion des droits numériques, il développe des contenus pédagogiques adaptés aux réalités locales pour sensibiliser les jeunes aux enjeux du numérique et de la vérification
- [Amina Nor Hussein](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/amina-nor-hussein/) - Somalia 🇸🇴 Amina Nor Hussein is a Digital Content Creator and media professional based in Mogadishu, Somalia. She holds a degree in Journalism and Media Studies from Somali National University and works as a content creator, script writer, presenter, and program producer, specialised in Mobile Journalism (MoJo). Her work focuses on promoting girls’ education, health
- [Gen-D: Defending Digital Rights for the Next Generation's Democratic Future project](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/gen-d-defending-digital-rights-for-the-next-generations-democratic-future-project/) - 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
- [Jóvenes Líderes, Buenos Consejeros](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/jovenes-lideres-buenos-consejeros/) - 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
- [Liderab: Educación Cívica y Liderazgo Juvenil del Aula a las Urnas](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/liderab-educacion-civica-y-liderazgo-juvenil-del-aula-a-las-urnas/) - 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
- [Our Voice, Our Future: Democracy in Action](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/our-voice-our-future-democracy-in-action-quick-impact-actions-qias/) - 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
- [Different Perspectives: Women and Youth in the 2025 Elections](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/regards-croises-femmes-et-jeunes-dans-les-elections-2025/) - 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
- [How Young People Are Redefining Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/how-young-people-are-redefining-political-participation/) - 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
- [Alliance des Jeunes pour la Sauvegarde des Acquis Démocratiques (AJSAD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/ajsad/) - Digihakɛw aims to strengthen Mali's legislative framework with the goal of combating disinformation and promoting an open, accessible and safe digital space for the exercise of the right to democratic participation. Its approaches: advocacy, education and dialogue. Activities Expected results Secondary and higher education curricula include modules on human rights and the responsible and secure
- [Alliance des Jeunes pour la sauvegarde des Acquis démocratiques (AJSAD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/ajsad/) - Digihakɛw vise à renforcer le cadre législatif malien dans le but de lutter contre la désinformation et de promouvoir un espace numérique ouvert, accessible et sûr pour l'exercice du droit de participation démocratique. Ses approches : le plaidoyer, l’éducation et le dialogue. Activités Résultats attendus Les programmes scolaires du secondaire et du supérieur intègrent des
- [Nigerien Association of Web-Activists (ANIWEB)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/aniweb/) - The "Digital actors and engaged youth working towards a civic space that respects rights in Niger " project aims to strengthen the civic participation of young people through the identification of laws and practices limiting digital rights, raising awareness and lobbying decision-makers. By mobilising the digital advocacy coalition and various stakeholders (youth, media, civil society,
- [Association Nigérienne des Web-Activistes (ANIWEB)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/aniweb/) - Le projet « acteurs numériques et jeunesse engagée pour un espace civique respectueux des droits au Niger » vise à renforcer la participation citoyenne des jeunes à travers l’identification des lois et pratiques limitant les droits numériques, la sensibilisation et le plaidoyer auprès des décideurs. En mobilisant la coalition numérique de plaidoyer et divers acteurs
- [United Youths Organisation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/uyo/) - Le projet Youth Engagement in Democratic Processes in Cameroon (Engagement des jeunes dans les processus démocratiques au Cameroun) vise à renforcer la participation des jeunes aux processus démocratiques du Cameroun en plaidant pour un accès équitable à Internet, la protection des droits numériques et une utilisation responsable des médias sociaux, en particulier dans les régions
- [United Youths Organisation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/uyo/) - The project Youth Engagement in Democratic Processes in Cameroon seeks to empower youth participation in Cameroon’s democratic processes by advocating for equitable internet access, the protection of digital rights, and responsible social media use—especially in conflict-affected regions—through digital advocacy, civic education and multi-stakeholder dialogue. Activities Expected outcomes At least 5,000 youth reached through the #YouthVoiceNaPower
- [Heart of Hope Cameroon (HoHCa)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/hohca/) - YODE-AYOVOSDIS advocates for meaningful youth participation in shaping safe and inclusive digital environments in the present and future. It empowers young people to voice their concerns, influence digital policy, and promote responsible online behavior, ensuring their democratic rights, safety, and wellbeing are protected in the rapidly evolving digital landscape Activities Expected outcomes 300 youth trained
- [Association des blogueurs de Guinée (Ablogui)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/association-des-blogueurs-de-guinee-ablogui/) - The Youth P@rticipe project aims to reduce barriers to youth participation through digital means, in a context marked by cybercensorship and information disorder. It aims to strengthen their digital resilience, increase their involvement in public debate and foster synergy with civil society to anticipate and counter violations of digital rights, particularly in the run-up to
- [Association des blogueurs de Guinée (Ablogui)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/association-des-blogueurs-de-guinee-ablogui/) - Le projet Youth P@rticipe vise à réduire les barrières à la participation des jeunes à travers le numérique, dans un contexte marqué par la cybercensure et le désordre informationnel. Il ambitionne de renforcer leur résilience numérique, d’accroître leur implication dans le débat public et de favoriser une synergie avec la société civile pour anticiper et
- [Haniya Ali Fersha](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/haniya-ali-fersha/) - Ethiopia 🇪🇹 Haniya Ali Fersha is an Ethiopian journalist and social media influencer currently completing her final year of filmmaking studies. Driven by a resilient spirit and a unique personal perspective, she is passionate about merging her journalistic background with the creative technicality of film to produce high-quality, engaging digital content for her audience. Meet
- [Besufekad Amare](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/besufekad-amare/) - Ethiopia 🇪🇹 Besufekad Amare is a prominent Ethiopian digital creator with a massive social media presence. With a combined following of over 1.5 million people—including 1.2 million on TikTok and 340k+ on Facebook—he is a leading voice in the Ethiopian creative economy, specialising in high-engagement storytelling and digital influence. Meet the other Digital Campaigners
- [Youth Voter Registration Costs and Challenges](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youth-voter-registration-costs-and-challenges/) - A WYDE Civic Engagement Research Project This study follows naturally from the research carried out under the leadership of INTPA G1 on electoral procurement costs during 2021-2022. The earlier publications marked the EU’s first comprehensive methodological effort to shed light on one of the most elusive yet crucial aspects of technical assistance: electoral procurement. The
- [Elsa Rose Cheping](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/elsa-rose-cheping/) - Cameroon 🇨🇲 Elsa Rose Ndjoun Cheping is a communicator, humanitarian and human rights activist, driven by a deep passion for building just and inclusive societies. President and founder of the Son Empreinte association and national coordinator of the CitizenLab Cameroun Africtivist citizen action laboratory, two reference networks in the ecosystem of digital democracy in Africa,
- [Hawa Jude Tounkara](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/hawa-jude-tounkara/) - Guinea 🇬🇳 Hawa Jude Tounkara is a young Guinean committed to promoting children's rights and youth participation. She is secretary in charge of information and press relations for the Children's Parliament of Guinea and youth advocate for UNICEF Guinea. She is also the youngest member of the board of directors of the NGO WAFRICA and
- [Hamidou Soumana Diallo Oumarou](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/hamidou-soumana-diallo-oumarou/) - Niger 🇳🇪 Hamidou Soumana Diallo Oumarou is a final-year medical student in Niger, deeply committed to community impact. An active member of the Scouts since 2012, his commitment has enabled him to hold leading positions at national and international level. Currently a member of the Africa Scout Committee, he combines medicine, scouting and content creation
- [Elsa Rose Cheping](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/elsa-rose-cheping/) - Cameroun 🇨🇲 Elsa Rose Ndjoun Cheping est une communicatrice, humanitaire et militante des droits humains, animée par une passion profonde pour la construction de sociétés justes et inclusives. Présidente et fondatrice de l’association Son Empreinte et coordinatrice nationale du laboratoire d’actions citoyennes Africtivistes CitizenLab Cameroun, deux réseaux de référence dans l'écosystème de la démocratie numérique
- [Hawa Jude Tounkara](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/hawa-jude-tounkara/) - Guinée 🇬🇳 Hawa Jude Tounkara est une jeune guinéenne engagée dans la promotion des droits de l’enfant et de la participation des jeunes. Elle est secrétaire chargée à l’information et aux relations presses pour le Parlement des Enfants de Guinée et youth advocate à l’UNICEF Guinée. Elle est également la plus jeune membre du conseil
- [Association Sénégalaise des Bibliothécaires, Archivistes et Documentalistes (ASBAD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/asbad/) - Open Biblio Lab est un projet innovant qui vise à faire des bibliothèques publiques de Dakar, Saint-Louis et Ziguinchor des catalyseurs de transparence et de participation citoyenne pour une phase pilote. En plaidant pour l’ouverture des données publiques locales, il mobilise les jeunes, les élus locaux et les professionnels des bibliothèques autour de forums citoyens,
- [Senegalese Association of Librarians, Archivists and Documentalists (ASBAD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/asbad/) - Open Biblio Lab is an innovative project that aims to make the public libraries of Dakar, Saint-Louis and Ziguinchor catalysts for transparency and citizen participation for a pilot phase. By advocating the opening up of local public data, it mobilises young people, local elected officials and library professionals around citizen forums, targeted training and strategic
- [Chapter 7. Lessons From the 1970 UN World Youth Assembly for Contemporary Youth Engagement - by Mark Ortiz](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-7-by-mark-ortiz/) - Lessons From the 1970 UN World Youth Assembly for Contemporary Youth Engagement Over the last decade, the United Nations (UN) system has increasingly invested in creating institutional space for greater youth participation and leadership. Launched in 2018, Youth2030 is a UN-wide youth strategy that prioritises “meaningful youth engagement in policymaking and decision-making processes”.[i] Other efforts
- [Chapter 10. Youth Participation in India’s Legislative Politics - by Ambar Kumar Ghosh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-10-by-ambar-kumar-ghosh/) - Youth Participation in India’s Legislative Politics Young policymakers, as youth representatives, are essential for ensuring that young people’s voices, aspirations, demands, and challenges are heard at the highest levels of decision-making. However, research in 2024 revealed that the average age of world leaders from 1945 to 2023 was 57, far above the average age of
- [Chapter 9. Youth Expression and Communication Strategies in Afghanistan - by Wasal Naser Faqiryar](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-9-by-wasal-naser-faqiryar/) - Youth Expression and Communication Strategies in Afghanistan After becoming a nation-state, Afghanistan experienced several waves of attempts at democratisation. The last major effort began in December 2001, when a republican political system re-emerged in the country. Over the following 20 years, until the system’s collapse in August 2021, the people of Afghanistan became increasingly familiar
- [Chapter 8. From Protest to Pessimism: Youth Voices in Chile’s 2023 Constitutional Process - by Ellie Catherall](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-8-by-ellie-catherall/) - From Protest to Pessimism: Youth Voices in Chile’s 2023 Constitutional Process The inclusion of youth perspectives in policymaking is necessary both to realise young people’s rights and to advance and sustain global democracy.[i] Not only does excluding young people from political processes destabilise democracies by generating mistrust in institutions, but the young also bring unique
- [Chapter 6. Enhancing Youth Representation in Zimbabwe Through Effective Quotas -  by Oripha Chimwara](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-6-by-oripha-chimwara/) - Enhancing Youth Representation in Zimbabwe Through Effective Quotas Across the globe, quotas have been used to promote the inclusion of underrepresented social groups. Indeed, the introduction of such provisions in politics is widely regarded as a legitimate way of ensuring equal opportunities.[i]Previously, representational politics centred on gender quotas; recently, the focus has shifted to youth
- [Chapter 5. Municipal Youth Policies and Participation in Argentina and Paraguay - by Olga Paredes Brítez](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-5-by-olga-paredes-britez/) - Municipal Youth Policies and Participation in Argentina and Paraguay Youth officially became a matter of public policy in Latin America in the 1980s, when specialised state agencies were created to institutionalise youth policies. In Argentina and Paraguay, the emergence of these policies coincided with the return of democracy after military dictatorships, with young people playing
- [Chapter 4. Young Migrant Men and the Digital Struggle for Justice - by Ajda Hedžet](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-4-by-ajda-hedzet/) - Young Migrant Men and the Digital Struggle for Justice In March 2019, three teenagers – Abdalla Bari, Abdul Kader, and Amara Kromah – came under international scrutiny when they were prosecuted in Malta in one of the European Union’s (EU’s) most contentious migration-related cases. Then aged 19, 16, and 15, they were among more than
- [Chapter 12. A Comparative Study of Political Generations in Australia - by Intifar Chowdhury](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-12-by-intifar-chowdhury/) - A Comparative Study of Political Generations in Australia In most advanced democracies, declining electoral turnout is disproportionately concentrated among young people.[i] For example, in the 2024 United Kingdom general election, less than half of 18- to 24-year-olds cast a ballot, compared with three-quarters of people aged 65 or above.[ii] Similar trends were seen in recent
- [Chapter 3. The Cost of Politics for Ghana’s Aspiring Young Parliamentarians - by Obaa Akua Konadu-Osei](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-3-by-obaa-akua-konadu-osei/) - The Cost of Politics for Ghana’s Aspiring Young Parliamentarians Democracy costs money, and so does politics. Indeed, money plays a critical role in politics, elections, and democracy globally.[i] Political parties cannot function without financial resources, nor can political debates and campaigns. However, when the cost of politics is too high, it triggers concerns about exclusion.
- [Chapter 2. The Impact of Young People’s Securitisation on Youth Activism in Türkiye, by Mehmet İlhanlı -  by Mehmet İlhanlı](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-2-by-mehmet-ilhanli/) - The Impact of Young People’s Securitisation on Youth Activism in Türkiye, by Mehmet İlhanlı Türkiye has a long tradition of youth activism, in which student movements have historically played a pivotal role in shaping the country’s political landscape. While such activism has often faced challenges from the state, the 2013 Gezi Park protests marked a
- [Chapter 1.  Youth Political Participation in Mozambique’s Disconnected Democracy - by Dércio Tsandzana](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chapter-1-dercio-tsandzana/) - Youth Political Participation in Mozambique’s Disconnected Democracy In recent years, social media have become an integral part of young people’s daily lives. Giving users the ability to connect with others and access information quickly and easily, social media have become a powerful tool for political expression and engagement.[i] As the largest generation in history, today’s
- [Aminata Samassekou](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/aminata-samassekou/) - Mali 🇲🇱 Aminata Samassekou is a communicator and social entrepreneur committed to digital technology for change. At the head of KOMUNITAS, she federates bloggers and digital players around the fight against misinformation, the promotion of positive voices and citizen participation.As part of the network's development dynamic, she founded KOM Média & Conseil, a 360° communications
- [Mohamud Elmi Nur](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/mohamud-elmi-nur/) - Somalie 🇸🇴 Mohamud Elmi est un journaliste et un professionnel des médias basé à Garowe, qui se consacre principalement aux enquêtes et aux reportages d'intérêt public. Son travail est axé sur les questions sociales, le développement de la jeunesse, l'éthique des médias et la résilience des communautés au Puntland. Par le biais de récits approfondis
- [Nancy Fawoh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/nancy-fawoh/) - Cameroun 🇨🇲 Fawoh Nancy Tomoh est une professionnelle chevronnée des médias et chargée de communication bilingue (anglais et français), forte d'une expérience dans le journalisme, l'édition et les campagnes numériques. En tant que PDG et éditrice du journal LeGideon, Nancy dirige une publication bilingue, supervisant le contenu éditorial, la distribution et les partenariats. Elle a
- [Glory Cyriaque Hossou](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/glory-cyriaque-hossou/) - Benin 🇧🇯 Glory Cyriaque Hossou is a lawyer and expert in democracy, human rights and protection mechanisms. He holds a double Master’s degree in Democracy and Human Rights and in Election Management, awarded by the UNESCO Chair in Human Rights and Democracy at the University of Abomey-Calavi (UAC), and is currently pursuing a PhD in
- [Ndeye Fatou Diery Diagne](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/ndeye-fatou-diery-diagne/) - Senegal 🇸🇳 Ndeye Fatou Diery Diagne is a Senegalese journalist renowned for the quality of her engaging digital content. She works as a web journalist for the public service newspaper Le Soleil, where she is dedicated to combating disinformation through her fact-checking column Soleil Check, which she co-founded. Diagne is also the creator of Fem
- [Junior Deguenon](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/junior-deguenon/) - Benin 🇧🇯 Junior Deguenon is a Beninese lawyer specialising in business law, cybercrime and legal compliance. He holds a Master’s degree in Business Law and has conducted research into illicit corporate financing in Benin. Committed to the promotion and protection of human rights, he focuses on access to justice for vulnerable groups whilst combating digital
- [Junior Deguenon](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/junior-deguenon/) - Benin 🇧🇯 Junior Deguenon est un juriste béninois spécialisé en droit des affaires, cybercriminalité et conformité juridique. Titulaire d’un Master en Droit des Affaires, il a mené des recherches sur le financement illicite des entreprises au Bénin. Engagé dans la promotion et la protection des droits humains, il se concentre sur l'accès à la justice
- [Nancy Fawoh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/nancy-fawoh/) - Cameroon 🇨🇲 Fawoh Nancy Tomoh is a seasoned bilingual (English and French) media professional and communications officer with experience in journalism, publishing, and digital campaigning. As CEO and Publisher of LeGideon Newspaper, Nancy manages a bilingual publication, overseeing editorial content, distribution, and partnerships. She has trained numerous interns and contributed to revising communication laws in
- [Hamse Hirsi Hayd](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/hamse-hirsi-hayd/) - Somalia 🇸🇴 Hamse Hirsi Hayd is an investigative journalist, documentary producer, and digital rights advocate working at the intersection of media, youth engagement, and democratic accountability in the Horn of Africa.He serves as Deputy Executive Director at CBA TV and leads Hayd Network, where he produces high-impact multimedia content focused on governance, transparency, climate resilience,
- [Glory Cyriaque Hossou](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/glory-cyriaque-hossou/) - Bénin 🇧🇯 Glory Cyriaque Hossou est un juriste et expert en démocratie, droits humains et mécanismes de protection. Titulaire d’un double master en Démocratie et droits de la personne humaine et en Management des élections, obtenus à la Chaire UNESCO des droits de la personne humaine et de la démocratie de l’Université d’Abomey-Calavi (UAC), il poursuit actuellement une thèse de
- [Oripha Chimwara - #YoungResearchersNetwork](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/oripha-chimwara-youngresearchersnetwork/) - Why working on Youth Political Participation? Youthhood is an essential social category and stage where individuals endeavor to fulfill the dreams long cherished as they grew up. However, in most countries, including Zimbabwe, young people tend to be frustrated by the unconducive economic and political environment. YouthHood also signifies a critical time when mentorship and
- [Aminata Samassekou](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/aminata-samassekou/) - Mali 🇲🇱 Aminata Samassekou est une communicante et entrepreneure sociale engagée pour un numérique au service du changement. À la tête de KOMUNITAS, elle fédère les blogueurs et acteurs du digital autour de la lutte contre la désinformation, de la valorisation des voix positives et de la participation citoyenne.Dans la dynamique de développement du réseau,
- [Digital Shelter](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/digital-shelter/) - Le projet Droits numériques pour une participation démocratique en Somalie collabore avec les institutions gouvernementales afin de renforcer le respect des droits humains et politiques dans l'espace numérique somalien, en veillant à ce que les politiques et les pratiques reflètent les principes démocratiques et protègent les libertés numériques des citoyens, tout en associant activement les
- [Digital Shelter](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/digital-shelter/) - The project Digital Rights For Democratic Participation In Somalia engages with government institutions to strengthen respect for human and political rights in Somalia’s digital sphere, ensuring that policies and practices reflect democratic principles and protect citizens’ digital freedoms, with the active inclusion of youth and civil society voices in shaping these reforms. Activities Advocacy Oriented
- [Wasal Naser Faqiryar - #YoungResearchersNetwork](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/wasal-naser-faqiryar-youngresearchersnetwork/) - Wasal Naser Faqiryar is a PhD Candidate at Notre Dame University. He pursued his BA in Law and Political Science at Kabul University. He furthered his education by obtaining a diploma in Diplomacy and Political Science from the Institute of Diplomacy affiliated with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Afghanistan. Faqiryar also holds a master’s
- [Mark Ortiz - #YoungResearchersNetwork ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/mark-ortiz-youngresearchersnetwork/) - What is Youth Political Participation for Mark? As a college student, I was part of student and youth led movements for environmental, economic, and social justice. I was majoring in Environmental Studies at the time with a deep interest in the global political response to climate change (or lack thereof). As I was entering graduate
- [Olga Maria Paredes Britez - #YoungResearchersNetwork](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/olga-maria-paredes-britez-youngresearchersnetwork/) - Why working on Youth Political Participation? The human right to youth participation is as important as any human right, like health, education, or work. Understanding and engaging in participation allows us to find purpose in our lives, and it is a tool for transformation, both on a collective and individual level. I experienced youth participation
- [Meet Ellie Catherall - #YoungResearchersNetwork ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/meet-ellie-catherall-youngresearchersnetwork/) - What is Youth Political Participation for Ellie? I was lucky enough to spend a year working in Chile as part of my undergraduate degree. I was there just before the social uprising of 2019 and I found it inspiring seeing people my age regularly protesting against social inequality and racial injustice. At the same time,
- [Meet Ambar Kumar Ghosh - #YoungResearchersNetwork ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/meet-ambar-kumar-ghosh-young-researchers-network/) - WHAT IS YOUTH POLITICAL PARTICIPATION FOR AMBAR? India's increasing demographic dividend places the youth at a preponderant position to shape India's governance and developmental priorities. Hence, youth participation in electoral politics is fundamental to its ability to shape the socio-economic discourses of India's future. PERSONALITY AMBAR ADMIRES Mahatma Gandhi for his innate faith in non-violent
- [Meet Dechen Rabgyal #YoungResearchersNetwork](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/meet-dechen-rabgyal-youngresearchersnetwork/) - Meet Dechen, an author and aspiring social scientist with a rural upbringing and a global perspective, contributing unique insights to Bhutan's public policy challenges through the Young Researchers Network.
- [Mehmet Ilhanli - #YoungResearchersNetwork ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/mehmet-ilhanli-youngresearchersnetwork/) - Meet Mehmet İlhanlı, co-founder of Young Peacebuilders of Turkey and an advocate for youth political participation. Mehmet focuses on youth-led peacebuilding and resolving inter-ethnic conflicts.
- [Intifar Chowdhury -  #YoungResearchersNetwork ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/intifar-chowdhury-youngresearchersnetwork/) - What is Youth Political Participation for Infifar? Seeing this as an opportunity to apply my passion and interest in both youth politics and comparative studies, I am immensely excited about joining the Young Researchers’ Network. I am looking forward to contributing to cross-disciplinary exchanges on the topic of youth participation and providing an Australian perspective
- [Meet Ajda Hedzet - #YoungResearchersNetwork ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/meet-ajda-hedzet/) - What is Youth Political Participation for Ajda? Ajda Hedžet is a researcher at the Centre of International Relations and teaching assistant at the Chair of International Relations at the Faculty of Social Sciences, University of Ljubljana. Her research overlaps interdisciplinary studies in human rights, youth studies, and International Relations. Specifically, her doctoral project aims to
- [Meet Obaa Akua Konadu-Osei - #YoungResearchersNetwork](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/obaa-akua-konadu-osei-young-researchers-network/) - What is Youth Political Participation for Obaa? Reserving political participation to specific sections of the population such as the wealthy and adults is not only exclusionary but also unjust. Many developing countries, particularly those in Africa, have a youthful population. What that means is that, young people of voting age constitute a significant proportion of
- [Meet Dercio Tsandzana - #YoungResearchersNetwork ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/meet-dercio-tsandzana-youngresearchersnetwork/) - What is Youth Political Participation for Dercio? It's a real passion, I've always been interested in understanding how you can participate in political life in a young country like Mozambique. It's an area that interests me because Mozambique is mostly made up of young people and because of this.For many years, young people have been
- [Coûts et défis liés à l'inscription des jeunes électeurs](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/couts-et-defis-lies-a-linscription-des-jeunes-electeurs/) - Un projet de recherche "WYDE Civic Engagement" La Fondation EDGE, conformément à son mandat de facilitateur des connaissances électorales et de renforcement des capacités, a cherché à relier ces efforts initiaux au projet « Women and Youth in Democracy » (WYDE) - Civic Engagement, qui vise à renforcer la participation des jeunes au processus électoral.
- [Maimouna Ba](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/maimouna-ba/) - Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 Maïmouna Ba is a passionate humanitarian activist dedicated to transforming pain and hardship into strength and dignity for forcibly displaced women and children, as well as those from poor families in Burkina Faso and Africa. As a fervent defender of human rights, she has helped many women regain their financial independence, offering
- [Maimouna Ba](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/maimouna-ba/) - Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 Maïmouna Ba est une militante passionnée par l'humanitaire et dédiée à transformer la douleur et les épreuves en force et en dignité pour les femmes et les enfants déplacés de force, ainsi que pour ceux issus de familles pauvres au Burkina Faso et en Afrique. En tant que fervente défenseure des droits
- [Chad Innovation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/chad-innovation/) - Le projet Connect4Rights milite pour le renforcement des droits numériques au Tchad en construisant une plateforme civique qui permet le dialogue entre les citoyens et les élus. Grâce à des forums, des campagnes numériques et des outils inclusifs, le projet permet aux citoyens d'exprimer leurs préoccupations, de promouvoir la transparence et d'élaborer des politiques qui
- [Ndeye Fatou Diery Diagne](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/ndeye-fatou-diery-diagne/) - Sénégal 🇸🇳 Ndeye Fatou Diery Diagne est une journaliste sénégalaise reconnue pour la qualité de son contenu numérique engageant. Elle travaille comme journaliste web pour le journal de service public Le Soleil, où elle se consacre à la lutte contre la désinformation à travers sa rubrique de vérification des faits Soleil Check, dont elle est la cofondatrice.
- [FESTIC - Association of Senegalese Women in ICT](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/festic/) - The Digitalise Youth – Young Actors in Digital Democracy project is an advocacy initiative aimed at strengthening young people’s democratic participation by defending their digital rights. It seeks to promote an open, safe and inclusive digital space whilst engaging young people in a structured dialogue with public authorities. Activities Building young people’s capacity in digital
- [House of Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/house-of-africa/) - The project ‘Advocacy for an inclusive and safe digital space for young people in Chad’ aims to protect and empower young people in the face of online risks (cyberviolence, misinformation, exploitation). It promotes equitable access to the internet, digital education and stronger public policies to ensure a cyberspace that is safe, inclusive and conducive to
- [House of Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/house-of-africa/) - Le projet « Plaidoyer pour un espace numérique inclusif et sûr pour la jeunesse tchadienne » vise à protéger et à autonomiser les jeunes face aux risques en ligne (cyberviolence, désinformation, exploitation). Il promeut l’accès équitable à Internet, l’éducation numérique et des politiques publiques renforcées pour un cyberespace sécurisé, inclusif et favorable au développement de
- [What is the cost of running for office in Philippines?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-of-running-for-office-in-philippines/) - The 2025 mid-term elections in the Philippines, held under the administration of Ferdinand Marcos Jr., saw strong voter engagement, with over 68 million registered voters and an 82% turnout. Yet, beneath this high participation lies a political system shaped by entrenched inequalities. Electoral politics remains dominated by clientelism and political dynasties, where access to financial
- [FESTIC  - Association des Femmes Sénégalaises des TIC](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/festic/) - Le projet Digitalise Youth - Jeunes acteurs de la démocratie numérique est un projet de plaidoyer qui vise à renforcer la participation démocratique des jeunes à travers la défense de leurs droits numériques. Il cherche à promouvoir un espace numérique ouvert, sûr et inclusif tout en engageant les jeunes dans un dialogue structuré avec les
- [Tarey Daouda Zakari](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/tarey-daouda-zakari/) - Niger 🇳🇪 Tarey Daouda Zakari is a seasoned communications, marketing and civic leadership professional, committed to youth, peace, democracy and digital development in Niger. A former Head of Deployment Mission and Coordinator of UNICEF's U-Report youth engagement program in Diffa, he has led initiatives to amplify the voice of young people and strengthen their civic
- [Youssouf Traoré](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youssouf-traore/) - Mali 🇲🇱 Youssouf Traoré is a social networker and digital influencer. He began his digital journey in 2019, the year in which he took his first training courses in web writing, blogging, photography and mobile video via the Benbere platform. In 2022, he joined the team at La Voix, a media outlet specializing in regional
- [Wilé Sadio Diallo](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/wile-sadio-diallo/) - Senegal 🇸🇳 Wilé Sadio Diallo is a journalist and fact-checker specialising in verifying information and combating misinformation. She is a digital content creator committed to raising public awareness through social networks. She also holds a degree in English from the Université Numérique du Sénégal. A graduate in journalism from the École Supérieure de Journalisme, des
- [Edmone Kabore](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/edmone-kabore/) - Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 Edmone Kaboré is a professional from Burkina Faso who is committed to promoting civic participation, women’s rights and youth engagement in West Africa. She works at the intersection of inclusive governance, human rights and digital technology, developing initiatives tailored to fragile contexts. As a content creator, she uses digital platforms to promote
- [Besufekad Amare](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/besufekad-amare/) - Éthiopie 🇪🇹 Besufekad Amare est un créateur numérique éthiopien de premier plan qui jouit d'une immense popularité sur les réseaux sociaux. Avec plus de 1,5 million d'abonnés au total — dont 1,2 million sur TikTok et plus de 340 000 sur Facebook —, il est une figure de proue de l'économie créative éthiopienne, spécialisé dans
- [Maimun Abdirizak](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/maimun-abdirizak/) - Somalie 🇸🇴 Maimun Abdirizak Khalif est fondatrice et responsable des questions de genre au sein de l'initiative « SAVE YOUR DAUGHTER », ainsi que journaliste indépendante et créatrice de contenu engagée, basée à Garowe, en Somalie. Elle milite en faveur des droits des femmes, de l'égalité des sexes, de la démocratie et de la participation
- [Maimun Abdirizak](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/maimun-abdirizak/) - Somalia 🇸🇴 Maimun Abdirizak Khalif is the Founder and Head of Gender at SAVE YOUR DAUGHTER INITIATIVE, and engaged Independent Journalist and Content Creator based in Garowe, Somalia. Advocates for women’s rights, gender equality, democracy, and youth participation through media, civic engagement, and digital storytelling, amplifying community voices and promoting inclusive leadership. Meet the other
- [Edmone Kabore](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/edmone-kabore/) - Burkina Faso 🇧🇫 Edmone Kaboré est une professionnelle burkinabè engagée dans la promotion de la participation citoyenne, des droits des femmes et de l’engagement des jeunes en Afrique de l’Ouest. Elle travaille à l’intersection de la gouvernance inclusive, des droits humains et du numérique, en développant des initiatives adaptées aux contextes fragiles. Créatrice de contenu,
- [Wilé Sadio Diallo](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/wile-sadio-diallo/) - Sénégal 🇸🇳 Wilé Sadio Diallo est journaliste et fact-checkeuse, spécialisée dans la vérification de l’information et la lutte contre la désinformation. Elle est créatrice de contenus numériques engagée dans la sensibilisation du grand public à travers les réseaux sociaux. Elle est également diplômée d’une licence d’anglais à l’Université Numérique du Sénégal. Diplômée en journalisme de
- [GYPI Spotlights](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/gypi-spotlights/) - The Global Youth Participation Index (GYPI) was developed to provide a comprehensive, data-driven understanding of how young people engage in public life across the world. By measuring participation across 141 countries and multiple dimensions, the Index highlights both progress and persistent barriers to youth inclusion. Building on these global findings, the GYPI Spotlight series aims
- [Tarey Daouda Zakari](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/tarey-daouda-zakari/) - Niger 🇳🇪 Tarey Daouda Zakari est un professionnel confirmé de la communication, du marketing et du leadership citoyen, engagé en faveur de la jeunesse, de la paix, de la démocratie et du développement numérique au Niger. Ancien Chef de mission de déploiement et Coordinateur du programme d’engagement des jeunes U-Report de l’UNICEF à Diffa, il
- [Voices of Change: Tanzanie](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/voices-of-change-tanzania/) - Date : 7 novembre 2025 Les questions clés qui ont motivé la mobilisation et les manifestations des jeunes. "La jeune génération tanzanienne est confrontée à une série de défis sociopolitiques et économiques. Cependant, elle ne dispose pas de plateformes efficaces lui permettant d'exprimer, de reconnaître et d'entendre ses préoccupations de manière significative. De nombreux jeunes
- [Voices of Change: Tanzania](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/voices-of-change-tanzania/) - Date: 7 November 2025 Key Issues Motivated Youth Mobilization and Protests. “Tanzania's young generation faces a range of socio-political and economic challenges. However, they lack effective platforms through which their concerns can be meaningfully expressed, acknowledged, and heard. Many young people perceive public demonstrations as the only viable avenue for articulating their grievances and asserting their
- [Voices of Change: Morocco](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/voices-of-change-morocco/) - Date: 24 November 2025 The GEN Z movement arrived in Morocco with the slogan "Health first, we don't want a world cup". The spark was a tragic cluster of maternal deaths in Agadir, but the fire was long-smouldering: overstretched hospitals, underpaid and understaffed medical teams, crumbling or distant rural schools, precarious teachers, and an urban
- [Voices of Change: Maroc](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/voices-of-change-morocco/) - Date : 24 novembre 2025 Le mouvement Gen Z est arrivé au Maroc avec le slogan"La santé d'abord, nous ne voulons pas de coupe du monde". L'étincelle a été un tragique groupe de décès maternels à Agadir, mais le feu couvait depuis longtemps : des hôpitaux débordés, des équipes médicales sous-payées et manquant de personnel,
- [Voices of Change: Pérou](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/voices-of-change-peru/) - Date : 14 novembre 2025 Chronique intime d'une jeunesse qui n'abandonne pas au Pérou J'avais vingt ans lorsque j'ai participé pour la première fois à une marche. À cet âge, on croit découvrir la vie, mais j'avais l'impression d'apprendre à la défendre. Quand je parle des jeunes du Pérou, je ne parle pas de statistiques
- [Voices of Change: Kenya](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/voices-of-change-kenya/) - Date : 31 octobre 2025 Le réveil de la Gen Z : La nouvelle force civique du Kenya Le Kenya est le témoin d'un changement historique, d'une génération de jeunes qui refusent d'être les spectateurs des décisions qui façonnent notre avenir. Face à la corruption persistante, au rétrécissement de l'espace civique, à la sous-représentation dans
- [Voices of Change: Madagascar](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/voices-of-change-madagascar/) - Date : 29 octobre 2025 "Nous, les jeunes, demandons de l'électricité et de l'eau. Nous sommes contre l'abus de pouvoir, contre la corruption, contre le non-respect des droits humains et contre les autres menaces qui pèsent sur le peuple malgache". Manifestants Gen Z Malgré les difficultés qui ont suivi les manifestations, le mouvement a ouvert
- [Voices of Change: Indonesia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/voices-of-change-indonesia/) - Date : 4 décembre 2025 Le 25 août 2025, une manifestation de grande ampleur a eu lieu, qui a finalement dégénéré en émeutes dans plusieurs régions d'Indonésie. Cette manifestation a été déclenchée par divers problèmes tels que la corruption, l'octroi d'une indemnité de logement de 50 milliards de roupies par mois aux membres de la
- [Voices of Change : Bangladesh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/voices-of-change-bangladesh/) - Date : 27 novembre 2025 En 2024, le Bangladesh a connu un soulèvement historique mené par la jeunesse, largement connu sous le nom de "révolution de juillet". Initialement déclenché par des manifestations d'étudiants contre la réforme des quotas dans la fonction publique, le mouvement s'est rapidement étendu à des questions telles que la corruption et
- [Voices of Change: Népal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/voices-of-change-nepal/) - Date : 24 novembre 2025 Népal : Le soulèvement de la Gen Z en 2025 En septembre 2025, le Népal a été le théâtre d'un soulèvement historique de la Gen Z. Les manifestations ont commencé contre l'interdiction des médias sociaux par le gouvernement. Les manifestations ont commencé contre l'interdiction des médias sociaux par le gouvernement
- [Voices of Change: Burkina Faso](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/voices-of-change-burkina-faso/) - Date: 24 November 2025 Depuis la crise sécuritaire de 2022, la jeunesse burkinabè, en particulier la génération Z, se distingue par une forte volonté de changement politique et de la gouvernance. Nés dans un contexte marqué par l’instabilité politique, l’insécurité et le chômage, ces jeunes ont exprimé ouvertement leurs frustrations et leurs aspirations à travers des
- [Voices of Change: Nepal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/voices-of-change-nepal/) - Date: 24 November 2025 Nepal: The Gen Z Uprising of 2025 In September 2025, Nepal witnessed a historic Gen Z Uprising. Protests began against the government's ban on social media and soon became a nationwide call for openness, accountability and reform in institutions. The uprising marked widespread discontent among Nepalese youth over the lack of employment,
- [Sally Bilaly Sow](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/sally-bilaly-sow/) - Guinea 🇬🇳 Sally Bilaly Sow is a Guinean journalist and blogger. He is the Executive Director of Association Villageois 2.0 and Editor-in-Chief of GuineeCheck. He is also the country focal point for the AfricTivistes network. Meet the other Digital Campaigners
- [Sally Bilaly Sow](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/sally-bilaly-sow/) - Guinée 🇬🇳 Sally Bilaly Sow est un journaliste et blogueur guinéen. Directeur Exécutif de l’Association Villageois 2.0 et Directeur de la Publication de GuineeCheck. Point focal pays du réseau AfricTivistes. Rencontrez les autres Militant.e.s Numériques
- [Maurice Thantan](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/maurice-thantan/) - Benin 🇧🇯 Maurice Thantan is a Beninese journalist with over 10 years' professional experience with the Beninese public service media SRTB. He is interested in political governance issues in Africa and technological innovations for citizen participation. In 2015, Maurice Thantan founded the Association des blogueurs du Bénin (AB-Bénin), which he chaired until 2019, leading numerous
- [Maurice Thantan](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/maurice-thantan/) - Benin 🇧🇯 Maurice Thantan est un journaliste béninois cumulant plus de 10 ans d’expérience professionnelle au sein du média de service public béninois SRTB. Il a un intérêt pour les enjeux de gouvernance politique en Afrique et les innovations technologiques au service de la participation citoyenne. En 2015, Maurice Thantan fonde l’Association des blogueurs du
- [Kadiatou Konaté](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/kadiatou-konate/) - Guinea 🇬🇳 Kadiatou Konaté is a feminist activist and author of Les Mères de la Liberté, renowned for her commitment to girls' and women's rights in Africa.Founder of Malaff Guinée and co-founder of the Club des Jeunes Filles Leaders de Guinée, she has been working for over ten years to reduce gender-based and sexual violence,
- [Kadiatou Konaté](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/kadiatou-konate/) - Guinée 🇬🇳 Kadiatou Konaté est une militante féministe, autrice de l’ouvrage Les Mères de la Liberté, reconnue pour son engagement en faveur des droits des filles et des femmes en Afrique.Fondatrice de Malaff Guinée et cofondatrice du Club des Jeunes Filles Leaders de Guinée, elle œuvre depuis plus de dix ans à faire reculer les
- [Djiefoulbe Bâ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/djiefoulbe-ba/) - Mauritania 🇲🇷 Community manager at Canal+ Mauritanie, journalist-blogger and creator of digital journalistic content with CitizenLab Mauritanie. Committed to youth, culture and social causes, Djiefoulbe Ba puts digital communication at the service of change. Meet the other Digital Campaigners
- [Djiefoulbe Bâ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/djiefoulbe-ba/) - Mauritanie 🇲🇷 Community manager à Canal+ Mauritanie, journaliste-blogueuse et créatrice de contenu digital journalistique avec CitizenLab Mauritanie. Engagée pour la jeunesse, la culture et les causes sociales, Djiefoulbe Ba met la communication digitale au service du changement. Rencontrez les autres Militant.e.s Numériques
- [Amina Amadou](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/amina-amadou/) - Niger 🇳🇪 Amina Amadou, physician and content creator, is committed to health awareness and responsible citizenship. Through her accessible and educational publications, she fights misinformation, particularly on health and social issues, cyber-bullying and cybersecurity threats, showing their direct impact on health and well-being. Through her content, she inspires young people to cultivate critical thinking, make
- [Badal Fohmoh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/badal-fohmoh/) - Cameroon 🇨🇲 Badal Fohmoh is a multi-award-winning blogger, multimedia journalist and Media and Information Literacy (MIL) trainer based in Cameroon. Founding president of the Class Pro association, she campaigns for critical, inclusive and committed digital citizenship. A former deputy general secretary of the Association des Blogueurs du Cameroun (ABC), she is now its editorial manager.
- [Badal Fohmoh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/badal-fohmoh/) - Cameroun 🇨🇲 Badal Fohmoh est une blogueuse multi-primée, journaliste multimédia et formatrice en Éducation aux Médias et à l’Information (EMI) basée au Cameroun. Présidente fondatrice de l’association Class Pro, elle milite pour une citoyenneté numérique critique, inclusive et engagée. Ancienne secrétaire générale adjointe de l’Association des Blogueurs du Cameroun (ABC), elle en est aujourd’hui la responsable éditoriale.
- [Amina Amadou](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/amina-amadou/) - Niger 🇳🇪 Amina Amadou, médecin et créatrice de contenu, est engagée dans la sensibilisation à la santé et à la citoyenneté responsable. Grâce à ses publications accessibles et éducatives, elle lutte contre la désinformation notamment sur les questions de santé et de société, le cyberharcèlement et les menaces liées à la cybersécurité, en montrant leur
- [Voices of Change: Burkina Faso](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/voices-of-change-burkina-faso/) - Date: 24 November 2025 Since the security crisis of 2022, the youth of Burkina Faso, particularly the Gen Z, have shown a strong desire for political and governance change. Born in a context marked by political instability, insecurity and unemployment, these young people have openly expressed their frustrations and aspirations through mobilisations, online campaigns and
- [Youssouf Traoré](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/youssouf-traore/) - Mali 🇲🇱 Youssouf Traoré est un acteur des réseaux sociaux et un influenceur numérique. Il a débuté son parcours digital en 2019, année durant laquelle il a suivi ses premières formations en rédaction web, blogging, photographie et vidéo mobile via la plateforme Benbere. En 2022, il a rejoint l'équipe de La Voix, un média spécialisé
- [Voices of Change: Peru](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/voices-of-change-peru/) - Date: 14 November 2025 An Intimate Chronicle of a Youth That Won’t Give Up in Peru I was twenty years old when I joined a march for the first time. At that age, you think you're discovering life, but I felt like I was learning to defend it. When I talk about the young people
- [Voices of Change: Kenya](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/voices-of-change-kenya/) - Date: 31 October 2025 The Gen Z Awakening: Kenya’s New Civic Force Kenya is witnessing a historic shift, a generation of young people refusing to be bystanders in decisions that shape our future. Faced with persistent corruption, shrinking civic space, underrepresentation in leadership, mismanagement of public resources, and rising unemployment, we are boldly reclaiming our
- [Voices of Change: Madagascar](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/voices-of-change-madagascar/) - Date: 29 October 2025 “We, the youth, demand electricity and water. We are against the abuse of power, against corruption, against the neglect of human rights, and against the other threats faced by the Malagasy people.” Gen Z protesters Despite the challenges that followed the protests, the movement has opened a new chapter for Madagascar
- [Voices of Change: Indonesia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/voices-of-change-indonesia/) - Date: 4 December 2025 On August 25, 2025, a large-scale demonstration took place, which eventually escalated into riots in several regions across Indonesia. This demonstration was triggered by various issues such as corruption, the granting of a housing allowance of 50 billion rupiah per month to members of the House of Representatives (DPR), the ratification
- [Voices of Change: Bangladesh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/voices-of-change-bangladesh/) - Date: 27 November 2025 In 2024, Bangladesh experienced a historic youth-led uprising, widely known as the “July Revolution.” Initially sparked by student protests over civil service quota reform, the movement quickly expanded to address issues such as corruption and demands for greater democratic accountability. The protests culminated in the resignation of Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina
- [Clinique d’expertise Juridique et Sociale (CEJUS)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/cejus/) - The project entitled "Le numérique au service de la gouvernance inclusive au Togo" promotes an inclusive and secure digital space, where young people exercise their rights and participate in democracy, while calling on institutions to adopt policies guaranteeing accessibility, protection and participation for all in the digital sphere. Activities Expected results The main outcome of
- [Chad Innovation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/chad-innovation/) - The Connect4Rights project advocates for stronger digital rights in Chad by building a civic platform that enables dialogue between citizens and elected officials. Through forums, digital campaigns, and inclusive tools, the project empowers citizens to voice concerns, promote transparency, and shape policies that protect their digital freedoms. Activities Outputs A signed declaration outlining shared digital
- [Clinique d’expertise Juridique et Sociale (CEJUS)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/cejus/) - Le projet intitulé "Le numérique au service de la gouvernance inclusive au Togo" promeut un espace numérique inclusif et sécurisé, où les jeunes exercent leurs droits et participent à la démocratie, tout en appelant les institutions à adopter des politiques garantissant l’accessibilité, la protection et la participation de tous dans la sphère numérique. Activités Résultats
- [Benin Bloggers Association (ABBénin)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/abbenin/) - The OGP Generation project aims to strengthen young people's civic engagement through digital technology and political dialogue for more open, transparent and inclusive governance in Benin. The project advocates for greater consideration of citizen voices in the implementation of Open Government Partnership commitments. Activities Expected results Training of 30 young people, creation and dissemination of
- [Association des Blogueurs du Bénin (ABBénin)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/abbenin/) - Le projet Génération OGP vise à renforcer l’engagement citoyen des jeunes à travers le numérique et le dialogue politique pour une gouvernance plus ouverte, transparente et inclusive au Bénin. Le projet plaide pour une meilleure prise en compte des voix citoyennes dans la mise en œuvre des engagements de l'Open Government Partnership (Partenariat pour le
- [Hammadoun Ndiaye](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/hammadoun-ndiaye/) - Mali 🇲🇱 Hammadoun N'diaye is a Malian photojournalist, blogger and visual creator based in his native Mopti. His work is based on solid expertise in visual storytelling, digital communication and the fight against misinformation. At La Voix de Mopti, he holds the position of Head of Audiovisual Production and Fact-checker, where he develops reliable, verified
- [Hammadoun Ndiaye](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/hammadoun-ndiaye/) - Mali 🇲🇱 Hammadoun N’diaye est un photojournaliste, blogueur et créateur visuel malien basé à Mopti, sa région natale. Son travail s’appuie sur une solide expertise en narration visuelle, en communication numérique et en lutte contre la désinformation. Au sein de La Voix de Mopti, il occupe le poste de Chef de production audiovisuelle et de
- [Association des blogueurs du Burkina](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/association-des-blogueurs-du-burkina/) - The aim of this advocacy project is to encourage the Burkinabe authorities to integrate Information and Media Literacy (IML) into training curricula in order to counter disinformation and hate speech on social networks. Activities Expected results Integrating Information and Media Literacy (IML) into training curricula Effective enforcement of the law on offences committed on social
- [Association des blogueurs du Burkina](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/association-des-blogueurs-du-burkina/) - Ce projet de plaidoyer vise à inciter les autorités burkinabe à intégrer l’éducation aux médias, à l’information et aux réseaux sociaux (EMIRS) dans les curricula de formation afin de contrer la désinformation et les discours de haine sur les réseaux sociaux. Activités Résultats attendus Intégration de l’Education aux médias, à l’information et aux Réseaux sociaux
- [Heart of Hope Cameroun (HoHCa)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/hohca/) - YODE-AYOVOSDIS plaide en faveur d'une participation significative des jeunes à l'élaboration d'environnements numériques sûrs et inclusifs dans le présent et l'avenir. Il permet aux jeunes d'exprimer leurs préoccupations, d'influencer la politique numérique et de promouvoir un comportement en ligne responsable, en veillant à ce que leurs droits démocratiques, leur sécurité et leur bien-être soient protégés
- [Gen-D : Défendre les droits numériques pour l'avenir démocratique de la prochaine génération](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/droits-numeriques-pour-l-avenir-democratique-de-la-prochaine-generation/) - Le projet d'engagement civique de l'AEJD complète ses activités aux niveaux mondial et régional par un soutien ad hoc au niveau national. L'objectif global des actions à impact rapide (QIAS) est de fournir un soutien urgent et stratégique aux acteurs locaux travaillant sur l'inclusion et la participation politique des jeunes, toujours à la demande de
- [Amicale pour le Développement Durable (APDD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/apdd/) - The 'My Voice Counts' (Ma Voix Compte) project involves advocacy towards Parliament, the Constitutional Court and the Personal Data Protection Authority (APDP) to review the Digital Code, which restricts freedom of expression online in Benin. Activities Advocacy and consultation for the review of the digital code , with an analysis of article 550 of the
- [GuinéeCheck](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/fr-guineecheck/) - Guinée RÉSUMÉ GuinéeCheck est une initiative citoyenne et indépendante de lutte contre les désordres de l’information, les discours haineux et la manipulation de l’information en République de Guinée. GuinéeCheck a été créée par l’Association Villageois 2.0 en septembre 2020. GuinéeCheck est un média citoyen et indépendant au service de l’information vérifiée et sourcée. DESCRIPTION DU
- [OPEN Mali](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/open-mali/) - The projet "support the fight against cybercrime and the protection of citizens' digital rights in Mali" aims to promote the digital rights of young Malians by strengthening understanding and popularisation of the law on cybercrime, while fostering constructive dialogue between youth organisations, public institutions and civil society. Activities Analysis workshop on the challenges of the
- [OPEN Mali](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/open-mali/) - Le Projet d’appui à la lutte contre la cybercriminalité et la protection des droits numériques des citoyens au Mali vise à promouvoir les droits numériques des jeunes maliens en renforçant la compréhension et la vulgarisation de la loi sur la cybercriminalité, tout en favorisant un dialogue constructif entre les organisations de jeunesse, les institutions publiques
- [À Ciel Ouvert](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/a-ciel-ouvert/) - The project RENFORCE for the promotion of digital rights in Mauritania contributes to the promotion of people's digital rights vis-à-vis public authorities, and aims to raise awareness among local, regional and national governance players on issues such as the protection of people's private data, freedom of expression, and the application and popularisation of digital laws
- [À Ciel Ouvert](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/a-ciel-ouvert/) - Le projet RENFORCE pour la promotion des droits numériques en Mauritanie contribue à la promotion des droits numériques des populations envers les pouvoirs publics, elle vise à sensibiliser les acteurs de gouvernance locale, régionale et nationale sur les questions de protection des données privées des populations, sur la liberté d’expression et sur l’application et la
- [#LongWalktoSchool](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/longwalktoschool/) - Working to ensure that all qualifying pupils have access to transport.
- [A comparative analysis on National Youth Policies - Scoping Study](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/a-comparative-analysis-on-national-youth-policies/) - Acknowledging the immense potential for change, the Youth Democracy Cohort worked on this comprehensive examination of successful youth-led policy initiatives drawing from the insights of a scoping study “A comparative analysis on National Youth Policies” authored by Alicja Lelwic-Ojeda and Lukmon Akintola.
- [Accountability Lab South Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/accountability-lab-south-africa/) - Accountability Lab South Africa is supported by the Youth Democracy Cohort to disseminate, advocate and monitor the Menu of Possible Commitments.
- [Africtivistes CitizenLab](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/africtivistes/) - Africtivistes is supported by the Youth Democracy Cohort to disseminate, advocate and monitor the Menu of Possible Commitments.
- [Ahmad Adem Dawud (Youth Advisory Board) - 2025/2026](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/ahmad-adem-dawud-youth-advisory-board-2025-2026/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Ahmad is a youth leader, academic,
- [Alejandra Arburola Cabrera - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/alejandra-arburola-cabrera-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Alejandra is a driven young diplomat, feminist advocate, and political advisor with a passion for gender equality and education. With a diverse educational background including degrees in French, Diplomacy, and ongoing law studies, she has spent the past decade as a dedicated social activist. Starting her activism within the Student Movement of the University of
- [Alma Cívica - Conquista Joven](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/alma-civica/) - Alma Cívica is supported by the Youth Democracy Cohort to disseminate, advocate and monitor the Menu of Possible Commitments.
- [Ana Aguilera (Youth Advisory Board) - 2025/2026](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/ana-aguilera-youth-advisory-board-2025-2026/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Ana is a geographer specialising in
- [Ana Paula Rojas (Youth Advisory Board) - 2023/2024](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/ana-paula-rojas-youth-advisory-board/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Ana Paula is a consultant on
- [Arts 4 Change](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/arts-4-change/) - Combining creative activism, popular culture and digital media aiming to inspire a youth-led grassroots accountability movement and to support advocacy around critical governance issues.
- [Asanda Luwaca - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/asanda-luwaca-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Asanda started her activism during her studies, engaging with Youth Organisations and later moving into political leadership roles. She completed a BA in Politics in 2012 and pursued an Honours in Politics. She also earned qualifications in Evidence-Based Policy Making and Implementation from the University of Cape Town, and Policy Research Training and Academic Writing
- [Assessing the Impact of Stakeholder Engagement in Shaping Uganda's National Youth Policy ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/assessing-the-impact-of-stakeholder-engagement-in-shaping-ugandas-national-youth-policy/) - Uganda ABSTRACT The aim of the WFD’s ‘Strengthening National Youth Representation and Engagement in Politics in Uganda’ programme was to ensure better representation for the needs and interests of young people in policy and decision-making in the Parliament of Uganda. The programme supported the Uganda Parliamentary Forum on Youth Affairs (UPFYA) - an internal parliamentary
- [Audience Publique : Plaidoyer des enfants pour le climat et les droits au Sénégal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/plaidoyer-des-enfants-pour-le-climat-et-les-droits-au-senegal/) - Sénégal RÉSUMÉ Social Change Factory (SCF) est un centre de leadership civique, d'innovation sociale et de recherche basé au Sénégal, avec des bureaux en Côte d'Ivoire, en Gambie et au Niger. En partenariat avec Save the Children dans le cadre du programme PROSCIDE (Sida CSO 2022-2026), SCF a lancé "Audience Publique", une initiative de plaidoyer
- [Audience Publique: Child-led Advocacy for Climate and Rights in Senegal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/child-led-advocacy-for-climate-and-rights-in-senegal/) - Senegal ABSTRACT Social Change Factory (SCF) is a civic leadership, social innovation and research center based in Senegal, with offices in Côte d’Ivoire, Gambia, and Niger. In partnership with Save the Children under the PROSCIDE program (Sida CSO 2022–2026), SCF launched “Audience Publique”, a participatory advocacy initiative aimed at strengthening children’s capacity to influence policies
- [Augusta Nneka Nnadi - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/augusta-nneka-nnadi-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Augusta is a 24-year-old political communicator and writer who is enthusiastic about public policy, and she is well-known for her ability to navigate the complex political landscape and make it easily understandable. She is currently the Special Assistant to the Anambra State Governor on Investment and also serves as the Head of Strategic Communications for
- [Australia - Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/australia-youth-political-participation/) - Australia features a vibrant youth population actively involved in shaping its socio-political landscape. With over 25 million inhabitants, young Australians constitute a significant demographic, mandated to vote at 18. This case country explores Australia's initiatives to enhance youth political participation, highlighting successes and ongoing challenges.
- [Be Seen, Be Heard campaign](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/be-seen-be-heard-campaign/) - Global ABSTRACT Millions of young people are missing from public life. With the climate crisis, global conflict and generational inequalities running rampant, the inputs, perspectives and representation of youth are needed more than ever.Almost half the world’s population is under 30. Yet, they make up only 2.8% of parliamentarians around the world. The average age
- [Blind Youth Association Nepal](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/blind-youth-association-nepal/) - Blind Youth Association Nepal is supported by the Youth Democracy Cohort to disseminate, advocate and monitor the Menu of Possible Commitments.
- [Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/brain-builders-youth-development-initiative/) - Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative is supported by the Youth Democracy Cohort to disseminate, advocate and monitor the Menu of Possible Commitments.
- [Breaking Taboos: Transforming Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights in Siddharthnagar](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/breaking-taboos-transforming-sexual-and-reproductive-health-and-rights-in-siddharthnagar/) - Promoting sexual and reproductive health and rights in Siddharthnagar, Uttar Pradesh (India).
- [Bridging futures: Empowering African and European Youth for a Stronger Partnership?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/empowering-african-and-european-youth-for-a-stronger-partnership/) - Fostering cross-continental cooperation designed to put youth in the driving seat in identifying solutions and determining their own futures.
- [Building a Global Hub for Student Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/building-a-global-hub-for-student-democracy/) - Global ABSTRACT The Global Student Forum is the umbrella organisation of the world’s major representative student federations. It is the only independent, democratic and representative student governance structure dedicated to promoting the rights and perspectives of student organisations and movements on the global level. It has emerged as the main students’ representation organisation in the
- [Building democratic culture in young Nigeria through unconventional means](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/building-democratic-culture-in-young-nigeria-through-unconventional-means/) - Engaging young people between the ages of 10-35 in civic learning experiences and strengthening their understanding of democratic principles.
- [Bunisa Mamadalieva - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/bunisa-mamadalieva-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Bunisa Mamadalieva Saidillaevna was born in 1986 in Alamedin, Kyrgyzstan. In 2016 she graduated from the Academy of Law, Business and Education with a Bachelor of Economics degree with honours, and in 2019 she graduated from the International University. K.Sh. Toktomamatov with a Master of Economics degree. Between 2006 and 2015 Bunisa held various positions
- [Camila Carrasco - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/camila-carrasco-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Camila is a Public Administrator from the University of Santiago, Chile. She has a Master’s in Public Policy Research from the Latin-American Faculty of Social Sciences and has also obtained two academic diplomas in Transformational leadership from the University of Santiago; and in Political Analysis from the University of Chile. In her professional career, she
- [Catalysing Global Social Movements: The Transformative Power of Artivism](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/catalysing-global-social-movements-the-transformative-power-of-artivism/) - Nepal ABSTRACT Freedom Studio is a youth-led initiative that strategically and creatively supports civic mobilization. It researches, documents, artvocates, campaigns and collaborates to amplify new social movements around the globe. It invests in building leadership and capacities of people at the grassroots especially young, marginalized, and oppressed ones, in expanding their full potentiality of the
- [Champions of change](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/champions-of-change/) - Educating girls on self-esteem, awareness of their rights, collective empowerment, and economic self-sufficiency and teaching boys on avoiding perpetuating inequality, changing discriminatory attitudes, and supporting girls' rights and gender equality.
- [Christopher Pappas - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/christopher-pappas-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Chris Pappas was born in Pietermaritzburg and graduated with distinction from the University of Pretoria with a degree in Town and Regional Planning. During his time at the university, he got involved in politics and joined the Congress of the People (COPE) and was elected to the Student Representative Council (SRC) as a member of
- [Co-designing with young people](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/co-designing-with-young-people/) - Directing the life choices of 14 to 18-year-olds away from crime by creating an enabling environment that encourages their participation in sports and arts extracurricular initiatives.
- [Costa Rica - Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/costa-rica-youth-political-participation/) - Costa Rica stands as a testament to democratic stability, being one of the longest continuous presidential democracies in the Western Hemisphere. The country has upheld unrestricted and transparent elections, with its Supreme Electoral Tribunal serving as a global model for election organisation and management. As part of the case study, this section examines Georgia's efforts to increase youth participation in politics, highlighting both successes and challenges.
- [Creating Space for Adolescent Voices for Democracy: Insights from Save the Children's Country Roundtables](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/creating-space-for-adolescent-voices-for-democracy-insights-from-save-the-childrens-country-roundtables/) - Providing platforms for young people and local civil society to speak directly to their governments about their leading issues for democratic reform and renewal.
- [Creative youth-inclusive policy engagements](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youth-inclusive-policy-engagements/) - Seeking to address the shrinking political landscape in Uganda and East Africa by bridging the gap between communities and parliaments.
- [Cross-cutting theme 1: Enablers and Barriers to Youth Participation - Youth Political Participation: Literature & Policy Review](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/cross-cutting-theme-1-enablers-and-barriers-to-youth-participation-youth-political-participation-literature-policy-review/) - “Enablers and barriers to youth participation” covers the factors that stimulate or inhibit participation. Current theories about youth political participation and social engagement consider factors at the macro level (e.g. historical, institutional, political, demographic), the social level (e.g. family, school, peer group, access to resources) as well as the personal and interpersonal level (e.g. collective
- [Cross-cutting theme 2: Intersectionality and Inclusion -Youth Political Participation: Literature & Policy Review](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/cross-cutting-theme-2-intersectionality-and-inclusion-youth-political-participation-literature-policy-review/) - “Intersectionality and inclusion” explores the demographic factors linked to youth political participation. It begins by outlining the limitations in this area of research before summarising what is known about the intersection of gender, socioeconomic status, and ethnicity with regards to youth participation. A range of studies have considered how the experiences of different social groups
- [Daisi Matthew Omokungbe (Youth Advisory Board) - 2024/2025](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/daisi-matthew-omokungbe-youth-advisory-board/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Daisi Matthew Omokungbe (DMO), 35, is
- [Dechen Rabgyal (Youth Advisory Board)- 2024/2025](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/dechen-rabgyal-youth-advisory-board/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Dechen Rabgyal is invested and interested
- [Delivering for youth](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/delivering-for-youth/) - Global ABSTRACT Young people have been hit hard by the economic and social consequences of the COVID-19 crisis and have expressed concerns over its long-term implications, including on satisfaction with democracy and intergenerational justice. In response, by the end of 2021, at least 34 OECD countries had presented government-wide response and recovery plans; of these,
- [Democratic Empowerment - Youth Voices](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/democratic-empowerment-youth-voices/) - 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
- [Development for Peace Education (DPE) Project](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/development-for-peace-education-dpe-project/) - 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
- [Doreen Nyanjura - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/doreen-nyanjura-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Nyanjura Doreen is the Deputy Lord Mayor of Kampala Capital City, serving her second term as Deputy Lord Mayor and as the elected Local Council 5 (LCV) Woman Councilor, representing Makerere University at Kampala Capital City Authority. Currently, she serves as the Executive member of the second biggest Opposition Political Party in Uganda (The Forum
- [Dr. Intifar Chowdhury (Youth Advisory Board) – 2025/2026](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/dr-intifar-chowdhury-youth-advisory-board-2025-2026/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Fresh off completing her PhD in
- [Edison Broce - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/edison-broce-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Edison is a distinguished Panamanian politician, lawyer, and environmental advocate, currently serving as a Parliamentarian (2019-2024) and running for Mayor of Panama. In his role as the Head of the Independent Caucus, he led policies that led to impactful, sustainable developments, including the introduction of Panama's first E-Mobility, Recycling, and Single-Use Plastics law, as well
- [Elena Motta - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/elena-motta-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Elena is a member of Congress elected to the Congress of the Republic of Guatemala for the 2024-2028 term. She has a Political Sciences degree from the Rafael Landivar University. She has been involved in the scout movement for nearly twenty years and served as a student leader for the “Landivarianos” Movement during 2021-2022. In
- [Embracing Intergenerational Leadership for Europe's Future](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/intergenerational-leadership/) - Global ABSTRACT Club de Madrid (CdM) - an independent, non-partisan, non-profit body promoting democracy and change - organised a series of intergenerational dialogue sessions between former heads of state and government and youth representatives. The aim of these sessions was to assist in navigating the green and digital transformations that Europe needs to address. CdM
- [Emma Theofelus - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/emma-theofelus-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Emma is a 27-year-old Namibian, currently serving as a Member of Parliament and the Minister of Information and Communication Technology for the Republic of Namibia since February 2024. 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
- [Empowering communities for accountable governance: the work of Network for Research & Governance](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-work-of-network-for-research-amp-governance/) - Background Network For Research & Governance is a registered organisation which is youth led, and based in Kakamega County of Kenya. The organisation was established in April 2018, due to high public demand by kakamega residents and Kenyans at large to understand the county budget cycle, Influence public policies through meaningful involvement, to realise efficient
- [Empowering democracy: The impactful #YOUTHMARCHFORTH for electoral reforms 2.0 campaign in Nigeria](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/empowering-democracy-the-impactful-youthmarchforth-for-electoral-reforms-2-0-campaign-in-nigeria/) - Engaging the RTLA State Chapters as key drivers in advocacy for electoral reforms in Nigeria.
- [Empowering Greek Youth Through nEU Citizenship](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/empowering-greek-youth-through-neu-citizenship/) - Developing young people's skills and knowledge to become engaged members of their local communities and understanding of sustainable development and civic engagement.
- [Empowering Senegal's Youth: The Yaakaar initiative Transforming Lives in Dakar's Suburbs](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/empowering-senegals-youth-the-yaakaar-initiative-transforming-lives-in-dakars-suburbs/) - Senegal ABSTRACT In Dakar, capital of Senegal, around 3 million people live in the suburbs. And, as often in the world, in Senegal the word ‘suburbs’ is associated with poverty, overpopulation, unemployment, violence, sanitation and urban development problems, but also with ‘youth’. Indeed, young people live there in large numbers, and - despite the lack
- [Empowering the Future Through Digital Innovation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/empowering-the-future-through-digital-innovation-quick-impact-actions-qias/) - 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
- [Empowering Youth for Political Inclusion](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/empowering-youth-for-political-inclusion-wyde-civic-engagement-in-action/) - 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
- [Enhancing Civic Participation for Democratic Resilience in Ghana](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/enhancing-civic-participation-for-democratic-resilience-in-ghana/) - 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
- [Epoch I 1980-2000: Setting the Scene](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/epoch-i-1980-2000-setting-the-scene/) - This content is inspired by The Youth Political Participation Literature and Policy review 1980-2023 - Epoch I Setting the Scene- as outlined in the Youth Democracy Cohort's scoping study on youth political participation. The study presents a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of youth-related policies and practices from 1980 to 2023. It is based on
- [Epoch II 2000-2015: Systemic Debates](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/epoch-ii-2000-2015-systemic-debates/) - This content is inspired by The Youth Political Participation Literature and Policy review 1980-2023 – Epoch II Systemic Debates– as outlined in the Youth Democracy Cohort’s scoping study on youth political participation. The study presents a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of youth-related policies and practices from 1980 to 2023. It is based on a literature
- [Epoch III 2015-2020: Systemic Policies](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/epoch-iii-2015-2020-systemic-policies/) - This content is inspired by The Youth Political Participation Literature and Policy review 1980-2023 – Epoch III Systemic Policies– as outlined in the Youth Democracy Cohort’s scoping study on youth political participation. The study presents a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of youth-related policies and practices from 1980 to 2023. It is based on a literature
- [Epoch IV 2020- Present: Mainstreaming Mechanisms](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/epoch-iv-2020-present-mainstreaming-mechanisms/) - This content is inspired by The Youth Political Participation Literature and Policy review 1980-2023 – Epoch IV Mainstreaming Mechanisms– as outlined in the Youth Democracy Cohort’s scoping study on youth political participation. The study presents a comprehensive analysis of the evolution of youth-related policies and practices from 1980 to 2023. It is based on a literature
- [Exploring Civic and Political Engagement Among Ugandan Youth: A Case Study of the Extremely Together Movement ](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/exploring-civic-and-political-engagement-among-ugandan-youth-a-case-study-of-the-extremely-together-movement/) - Promoting youth engagement in democratic processes by hosting civic discussions between young people and their broader communities, workshops for young politicians and the creation of ‘peace committees’.
- [Fairtrade Youth Ambassadors](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/faitrade-youth-ambassadors/) - Seeking to empower youth in realising their role in farming and household decision-making and in informing advocacy and citizen engagement.
- [Gabriela Posso - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/gabriela-posso-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Gabriela Posso Restrepo is a 27-year-old Presidential Advisor for the Youth of Colombia from Cali, with a background in Business Administration from the Universidad del Valle and specialization in International Cooperation and Development Projects from the Externado University of Colombia. Throughout her career, she’s held various important roles, such as being appointed to the Steering
- [Gendem Think Tank](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/gendem-think-tank/) - Creating platforms to engage youth on issues concerning the impact of digital activism and electoral violence on youth participation.
- [Georgia - Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/georgia-youth-political-participation/) - Georgia is situated at the crossroads of Europe and Asia and has witnessed several transformations in its political system in recent decades. After the dissolution of the Soviet Union, Georgia experienced a tumultuous period of territorial disputes, weak rule of law, economic decline, bribery, and corruption. As part of the case study, this section examines Georgia's efforts to increase youth participation in politics, highlighting both successes and challenges.
- [Girls and Women Empowerment Network (GWEN) Trust](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/gwen-trust/) - GWEN Trust is supported by the Youth Democracy Cohort to disseminate, advocate and monitor the Menu of Possible Commitments.
- [Gold Ikyiriza (Youth Advisory Board)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/gold-ikyiriza-youth-advisory-board/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Gold Ikyiriza is a finalist student
- [GuineeCheck](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/guineecheck/) - Guinea ABSTRACT GuinéeCheck is an independent citizen initiative whose purpose is to combat misinformation, hate speech and manipulation of information in the Republic of Guinea. GuinéeCheck was created by the Association Villageois 2.0 in September 2020. GuinéeCheck is an independent citizen media outlet dedicated to providing verified and sourced information. PROGRAMME DESCRIPTION GuinéeCheck's main purpose
- [Gomin Camacho - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/gomin-camacho-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Gomin has over 10 years of experience in development work in Guyana, at the grassroots and policy levels, with a focus on project management and fostering multi-stakeholder cooperation in Guyana. Over the years, she accumulated extensive knowledge and built robust networks across a wide range of sectors, including the extractives industry, financial transparency, the environment
- [Humanees' VoiceYouthFem Initiative - WYDE Civic Engagement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/humanees-voiceyouthfem-initiative-wyde-civic-engagement/) - Empowering Youth for Inclusive Governance in Yaoundé IV: Humanees' VoiceYouthFem Initiative Thrives Under the WYDE Civic Engagement Project, implemented by ALDA. The "VoiceYouthFem" project, titled "Unleashing the Initiative Power of Youth from Neighborhood Committees for Inclusive Local Governance in Yaoundé IV," is an ambitious initiative aimed at strengthening the involvement of young men and women
- [Ifenla Oligbinde (Youth Advisory Board) - 2025/2026](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/ifenla-oligbinde-youth-advisory-board-2025-2026/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Ifenla is a bold force in
- [Jo-Anna Sue Henley Rampas - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/jo-anna-sue-henley-rampas-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Jo-Anna Sue Henley Rampas is a rising young figure in the political scene, especially in Malaysia and Sabah, emphasising the importance of youth engagement. Her academic journey, with a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Law, has led her to significant roles in both politics and academia. As a Graduate Research Assistant and PhD candidate, she
- [Joanne Ascencion Valdez - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/joanne-ascencion-valdez-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Joanne Valdez is a community leader and educator, serving her third term as a council member for Candon City, Ilocos Sur, Philippines. 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
- [João Kanda Bernardo - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/joao-kanda-bernardo-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - João Kanda Bernardo, born on April 3, 1990, in Luanda, holds degrees in African Studies from Leipzig University and in Political Science, Public Administration, and Sociology from Fern Universität in Hagen, Germany. He is an alumnus of the Transparency International School on Integrity at Mykolas Romeris University. Bernardo is a former United Nations Fellow for
- [Jokate Urban Mwegelo - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/jokate-urban-mwegelo-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Jokate is a National Secretary General of the Tanzania CCM Women’s wing, where she relentlessly advocates for women’s voices and their political advancement. As a prominent figure in Tanzanian politics, she brings over sixteen years of experience in beauty, fashion, and activism. Jokate holds a Master’s degree in International Cooperation and Development and is the recipient of numerous public
- [Kenya - Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/kenya-youth-political-participation/) - Kenya is a democratic country located in the eastern part of Africa, sharing a coastline with the Indian Ocean. The country gained independence in 1963 and embraced a multiparty system. Kenya is a multi-ethnic country endowed with an enviable topography and landscape. With a total population of over 53 million people, the East African country has an active youth population, which plays a significant role in its socio-political and economic stability. As part of the case study, this section examines Kenya's efforts to increase youth participation in politics, highlighting both successes and challenges.
- [Liberia - Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/liberia-youth-political-participation/) - Liberia is one of the growing democracies in the West Africa sub-region, with a total population of over 5.1 million people. After going through a series of civil wars in the 1990s, the country regained political stability in 2003 and held its first post-conflict general election in 2005. With its smooth power transition in 2017,
- [Malta - Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/malta-youth-political-participation/) - Malta, a tiny island nation in the Central Mediterranean, boasts a population of over 519,000, with youths comprising 21.77% as of 2021. Despite its size, Malta thrives with a dynamic youth community actively contributing to its socio-political and economic advancement. This section explores Malta's initiatives to enhance youth engagement in politics, discussing achievements and hurdles.
- [Mary Marjorie P. Martin-Chan - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/mary-marjorie-p-martin-chan-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Mary Marjorie P. Martin-Chan is a lawyer and a public servant. Seeing that serving the community would maximise her leadership potential, Atty. Marj was elected as City Councilor in 2016. Over her five-year tenure on the Tuguegarao City Council, she has sponsored and authored significant ordinances and resolutions including Gender, Empowerment, Single Parents, and Youth
- [Meaningful youth participation in Denmark](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/meaningful-youth-participation-in-denmarks-development-cooperation-and-beyond/) - A funding pool allowing for development cooperation to be carried out with and by youth, rather than just for them.
- [Menya Julius (Youth Advisory Board) - 2025/2026](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/menya-julius-youth-advisory-board-2025-2026/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Julius is a social worker with
- [Mock elections](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/mock-elections/) - Uganda ABSTRACT In 2020, Sensitise Uganda implemented a project entitled ‘Enhancing secondary students’ civic participation through mock elections’. The project aimed to use mock elections as a tool/approach for empowering secondary school students with civic education, in order to enhance their civic participation in Uganda. It was implemented with guidance from the Electoral Commission of
- [Mock Youth Parliament](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/mock-youth-parliament/) - Running simulations designed to develop the leadership capabilities of young people aged 16-24, with 50% women.
- [Morocco - Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/morocco-youth-political-participation/) - The political and socio-economic context of Morocco has been shaped by the hopes that arose following the Arab uprisings over a decade ago. However, most of the planned reforms are yet to be introduced. As part of the case study, this section examines Morocco's efforts to increase youth participation in politics, highlighting both successes and challenges.
- [Mumbiko King'ori (Youth Advisory Board) - 2024/2025](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/mumbiko-kingori-youth-advisory-board/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Mumbiko King'ori is a 32-year-old former
- [Nathaniel Mong'are - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/nathaniel-mongare-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Nathaniel is a political leader, social justice advocate, generational leader, and philanthropist currently serving as the Speaker of the Kenya Young Parliamentarians Association (KYPA). He previously served as an Advisor of Investments and Economic Affairs for the Governor of Nyamira County. In 2016, Nathaniel started his political career as a grassroots mobiliser for Amani National
- [National Youth Council of Senegal's Role in the XËYU NDAW ÑI Programme](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/national-youth-council-of-senegals-role-in-xeyu-ndaw-ni-programme/) - Senegal ENABLING FACTORS Strong advocacy, during the in-person Council, by the National Youth Council for better management of the needs of young people in terms of youth employment. This has enabled improved involvement of young people in the implementation strategy and ownership of the programme at the local level. The establishment of a one-stop-shop that
- [Nelson Pires- WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/nelson-pires-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Nelson serves as Councilor for Culture, Sports and Administrative Modernization at the City Hall of Mosteiros. He has worked the newspaper “Espresso das Ilhas” and “Cape Verdean Images Agency” and at “Radio Educativa de Cabo Verde”. Additionally, Nelson also worked at the Ministry of Culture, where he was a coordinator of the Rádio Nacional Cultural
- [Nepal - Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/nepal-youth-political-participation/) - Nepal is located in South Asia with a total population of over 30 million people. With a long history of a monarchy, Nepal officially became a democratic republic in 2008 after several years of pro-democracy movements and wars. Nepal has a growing youth population, with young people aged between 16–40 years old accounting for 40.68%
- [NIMD Democracy School - Kenya](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/nimd-democracy-school-kenya/) - NIMD’s Democracy Schools provide unique opportunities in fostering political engagement and promoting democratic leadership among young people. The purpose of these innovative education programmes is to equip young leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute effectively to political life, foster commitment to democratic values, and contribute long-term to positive change. Kenya's Democracy School
- [NIMD Democracy School - Uganda](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/nimd-democracy-school-uganda/) - NIMD’s Democracy Schools provide unique opportunities in fostering political engagement and promoting democratic leadership among young people. The purpose of these innovative education programmes is to equip young leaders with the knowledge and skills needed to contribute effectively to political life, foster commitment to democratic values, and contribute long-term to positive change. Uganda's Democracy Academy
- [Non-Formal Civic Education | ENGAGE](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/non-formal-civic-education-engage/) - Building young people with disabilities leadership skills in their communities while providing hands-on community engagement experience.
- [Non-partisan youth engagement in the electoral process](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/non-partisian-youth-engagement-in-the-electoral-process/) - Developing a classroom module for educating young and first-time voters on democratic principles and electoral practices.
- [Oluwaseun Fakorede - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/oluwaseun-fakorede-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Dr. Seun Fakorede is the Hon. Commissioner for Youth & Sports, Oyo State Government, Nigeria and a United Nations Ambassador for Peace. He is the founder of the non-profit organisation Home Advantage Africa that advocates for social development and youth empowerment.Seun is a recipient of the Politician of the Year Award 2022 by One Young
- [One World in Schools: Strengthening democratic resilience through Media and Information Literacy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/one-world-in-schools-strengthening-democratic-resilience-through-media-and-information-literacy/) - Aiming to strengthen critical thinking and increase youth civic engagement through documentary film screenings, follow-up participatory exercises and spin-off activities.
- [Our story - Motivating Youth Action On Climate Change In Indonesia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/our-story/) - Showing young people how to take action individually and encourage them to take part in civic and policy debate on environmental issues.
- [Ouvrir Les Horizons](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/ouvrir-les-horizons/) - Ouvrir Les Horizons is supported by the Youth Democracy Cohort to disseminate, advocate and monitor the Menu of Possible Commitments.
- [Pablo Callizo – WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/pablo-callizo-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Pablo is a Municipal Councilor representing the city of Asunción, Paraguay, where he holds the position of President of the Urban Mobility, Public Transport, and Transit Commission. He earned his degree in Civil Engineering from the Catholic University of Asunción and is currently pursuing a Master’s Degree in Transportation Planning and Policy at the University
- [Philippines - Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/philippines-youth-political-participation/) - Democracy in the Philippines has transformed into what some observers describe as an authoritarian political system. Since mid-2016, human rights and civil liberties have significantly deteriorated, while corruption remains endemic in the country. This case country explores the Philippines' initiatives to enhance youth political participation, highlighting successes and ongoing challenges.
- [Promoting youth engagement in local governance processes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/promoting-youth-engagement-in-local-governance-processes/) - Helping bridge this gap between youth and local government by creating constructive dialogue forums, in Madhesh and Karnali provinces.
- [Qyira Yusri (Youth Advisory Board) - 2024/2025](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/qyira-yusri-youth-advisory-board/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Qyira Yusri is the Co-Founder and
- [Revolutionising Democracy through iVoting](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/revolutionising-democracy-through-ivoting/) - Implemented by: ABSTRACT iVoting is a transformative leap from traditional to modern election practices, championing democratic values and empowering youth as key advocates for democracy, inclusion, and the fight against fraud and corruption.In Kenyan learning institutions, conventional election methods often face instability, hindering the democratic process. This challenge extends beyond education to government bodies, public
- [Sabir Ali - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision-makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/sabir-ali-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Sabir is a dynamic political activist in Pakistan, dedicated to promoting youth civic engagement and participation in policymaking. As a leading member of the Chief Minister Special Committee on Youth Reforms in Sindh, he advocates for youth inclusion in policy discussions at provincial and national levels. With a Master of Philosophy in Sociology and strong
- [Shaasan: Transforming Nepal's Democracy Through Civic Engagement and Technology](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/shaasan-transforming-nepals-democracy-through-civic-engagement-and-technology/) - Bridging the trust gap between citizens and government by engaging citizens to promote transparency and accountability through a digital platform.
- [Shanakiyan Rasamanickam - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/shanakiyan-rasamanickam-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Shanakiyan is a member of the Sri Lankan Parliament by the Ilankai Tamil Arasu Katchi since 2020. 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
- [Solomon Islands - Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/solomon-islands-youth-political-participation/) - The Solomon Islands is an archipelagic state in the Pacific region. The youth population is disproportionately affected by limited employment and entrepreneurial opportunities as well as difficulties to access income. As part of the case study, this section examines The Solomon Islands' efforts to increase youth participation in politics, highlighting both successes and challenges.
- [Supporting Eastern Salvadoran Youth: Transformative Democracy Bootcamps](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/supporting-eastern-salvadoran-youth-transformative-democracy-bootcamps/) - Combating democracy erosion and citizen awareness as to how the government is stripping away their rights through 'Democracy Bootcamps'.
- [Suvechchha Chapagain (Youth Advisory Board)- 2023/2024](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/suvechchha-chapagain-youth-advisory-board/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Suvechchha Chapagain has
- [Temirlan Sultanbekov -  WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/temirlan-sultanbekov-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Temirlan Sultanbekov is the Vice President of the Socialist International organsisation and is the Chairman of the “Social Democrats” party in Kyrgyzstan. He defines his political career through his commitment to social justice, effective leadership, and democracy at the domestic and international levels. As a Chairman of the Social Democrats, Temirlan led the party’s path
- [The ‘Sticky Rice Model’: Legacies of War’s approach to Community Engagement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-sticky-rice-model-legacies-of-wars-approach-to-community-engagement/) - Engaging changemakers in the ‘Sticky Rice Model’ including youth advocates.
- [The #NotTooYoung To Run movement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-nottooyoung-to-run-movement/) - Nigeria / Africa Yiaga Africa ABSTRACT The NotTooYoungToRun movement led the campaign for the reduction of age for contesting elective offices in Nigeria by advocating for a constitutional amendment to relevant sections in the Constitution. The movement is premised on the belief that young people possess the skill, intellect, resilience and energy needed to solve
- [The Civic Participation of Youth and Social Networks Project](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-civic-participation-of-youth-and-social-networks-project-quick-impact-actions-qias/) - 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
- [The European Democracy Youth Network](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-european-democracy-youth-network/) - Addressing polarisation by supporting young leaders in politics and civil society with early career development rooted in political pluralism.
- [The Integrantes programme](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-integrantes-programme/) - Fostering youth civic engagement in Guatemalan politics and seeking the institutional strengthening of Guatemala's main electoral institutions.
- [The Moroccan Youth Forum initiative](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-moroccan-youth-forum-initiative/) - Morocco ABSTRACT Youth participation in politics is a priority topic and first attention of the Initiative Youth Forum (Moroccan Non-Governmental organisation). The group set up a project entitled ‘Empowered Youth Leaders’ (EYL), which engaged a total of 114 direct beneficiaries under the age of 35, benefitting from a range of different activities, including on how
- [The Liberia Youth Elections Project](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-liberia-youth-elections-project/) - 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
- [The national youth system in Costa Rica](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-national-youth-system-in-costa-rica/) - Gathering statistical data through large consultations allowing the critical issues affecting young people to be prioritised.
- [The SEED methodology](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-seed-methodology/) - Strengthening engagement through education for democracy aiming to make youth understand their rights and obligations to apply them in their communities and democratic processes.
- [The Youth and Hope of the Central African Rep](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-youth-and-hope-of-the-central-african-rep/) - Supporting the CAR’s National Youth Policy by seeking to promote the participation of young people in their key role in reconciliation.
- [The Youth Café](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/the-youth-cafe/) - The Youth Café is supported by the Youth Democracy Cohort to disseminate, advocate and monitor the Menu of Possible Commitments.
- [Theme 2: Youth Participation in Voting and Elections -Youth Political Participation: Literature & Policy Review](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/theme-2-youth-participation-in-voting-and-elections-youth-political-participation-literature-policy-review/) - As the YDC releases the Policy Tracker study, three key themes in youth political participation come to light. This is the second of the three. This section focuses on youth participation in voting and elections, addressing a global decline in electoral engagement among youth. The analysis explores the factors influencing voting behaviour, from trust in
- [Theme 1: Youth in Political Affairs -Youth Political Participation: Literature & Policy Review](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/theme-1-youth-in-political-affairs-youth-political-participation-literature-policy-review/) - As the YDC releases the Literature & Policy Review of the Youth Political Participation study, three key themes in youth political participation come to light. This is the first of the three. This section explores the involvement of youth in political affairs, encompassing traditional forms such as representation in public office, membership in political parties,
- [Theme 3: Youth in Civil Society - Youth Political Participation: Literature & Policy Review](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/theme-3-youth-in-civil-society-youth-political-participation-literature-policy-review/) - As the YDC releases the Policy Tracker study, three key themes in youth political participation come to light. This is the third and last theme. This section looks into youth engagement in civil society, drawing attention to various modes of involvement, including youth-led associations, participation in social movements, and roles within structured civil society organisations.
- [Tsenguun Saruulsaikhan - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/tsenguun-saruulsaikhan-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Tsenguun Saruulsaikhan is from Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia and at the age of 26 she's been selected as the youngest Secretary of the Democratic Party of Mongolia.From a young age, Tsenguun has been passionate about making a positive impact in her country and has worked towards this goal. As a Secretary of one of the two major
- [UNDI 18 - Lowering The Voting Age In Malaysia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/undi-18/) - Advocating for reducing the minimum voting age in Malaysia from 21 to 18 years old, in line with the minimum voting age of 18 in most other countries.
- [Unlocking Voices, Building Futures: Baal Kachahari, Social Accountability led by Young People](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/unlocking-voices-building-futures-baal-kachahari-social-accountability-led-by-young-people/) - Providing space for discussions on key local issues of concern ranging from child marriage, violence against children, food security, livelihood and education.
- [Victor Kipkorir (Youth Advisory Board)- 2023/2024](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/victor-kipkorir-youth-advisory-board/) - The WYDE Civic Engagement Youth Advisory Board is the highest youth engagement body in the project. Its members are young beneficiaries from our activities, recruited for a one-year mandate to advise the management team, take part in the steering committees with the European Commission and occasionally represent the project in external events. Victor Kipkorir, a
- [What is the cost of running for office in Malaysia?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-for-running-for-politics-in-malaysia/) - This report on the Cost of Politics in Malaysia, based on research conducted in 2025, explores the financial, institutional and social burdens faced by candidates and parties in a political system undergoing transition. With an expanded electorate following the drop in voting age to 18 and automatic registration, and the recent emergence of a broader
- [What is the cost of running for office in Nigeria?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-for-running-for-politics-in-nigeria/) - Running for political office in Nigeria has become an increasingly expensive endeavour, often out of reach for the majority of citizens, especially women, young people, and those without elite backing. This report on the Cost of Politics in Nigeria, conducted in 2016 and updated in 2025, sheds light on the financial barriers that shape who
- [What is the cost of running for office in South Africa?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-for-running-for-politics-in-south-africa/) - This report on the Cost of Politics in South Africa, based on research conducted in 2025, examines the financial and emotional toll of contesting elections in a maturing democracy navigating political transition. With 27.8 million registered voters and a newly formed Government of National Unity following the landmark 2024 elections, the study captures how money,
- [What is the cost of running for politics in Senegal?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-of-running-for-politics-in-senegal/) - The legislative elections of July 31, 2022, in Senegal, saw 1,727 candidates: 866 women and 901 men competing across just eight lists, a significant drop from the 47 lists in the 2017 elections. As a result of a sponsorship law introduced in 2018, political parties and coalitions must secure signatures from 0.5% to 0.8% of
- [What is the cost of running for politics in Indonesia?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-for-running-for-politics-in-indonesia/) - Indonesia, the world's third-largest democracy, is experiencing democratic backsliding, with rising costs and limited political mobility restricting access to power. The national parliament of Indonesia has played a role in consolidating autocratic legalism, favoring elite interests over broader democratic representation. As a stark indicator of how limited political mobility is, less than 2% of recently elected
- [What is the cost of running for politics in Mexico?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-of-running-for-political-office-in-mexico/) - Political participation in Mexico remains a privilege largely reserved for those with financial resources, political connections, and time. Young candidates, in particular, face immense barriers when attempting to enter politics, as high financial costs, restrictive party structures, and the risk of violence restricts their political mobility. The financial burden of running for office, along with
- [What is the cost of running for politics in Liberia?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-of-running-for-politics-in-liberia/) - Since the return to constitutional democracy in 2005, Liberia has successfully conducted four peaceful multi-party elections. These elections have facilitated seamless transitions and been largely deemed free and credible, despite facing numerous institutional and financial challenges. However, beneath this surface of democratic progress lies a complex reality where political power remains skewed towards the wealthy
- [What is the cost of running for politics in Sierra Leone?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-of-running-for-politics-in-sierra-leone/) - Over the past two decades, Sierra Leone has made notable strides in consolidating democratic governance and political stability after a decade-long civil conflict. The peaceful transitions of power between the Sierra Leone People’s Party (SLPP) and the All People’s Congress (APC) in 2007 and 2018 also marked significant milestones. However, the credibility of the 2023
- [What is the cost of running for politics in Thailand?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-of-running-for-politics-in-thailand/) - Thailand's general election of May 2023 marked a turning point in its political landscape, with many newcomers, even those with very little prior electoral experience, defeating established incumbents. The result defied polls and academic predictions, implying a shift away from old-money politics in favour of embracing newcomers. While this change is seen as a positive
- [What is the cost of running for politics in the Democratic Republic of Congo?](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/what-is-the-cost-of-running-for-politics-in-congo/) - In the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) the financial burden of financing elections remains a consistent challenge. The country, home to almost 100 million inhabitants, faces significant difficulties with infrastructure and logistics especially in rural areas. This makes transporting electoral materials a cumbersome task, further complicated by frequent delays in distributing public funds to the
- [Young Mediterranean voices](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/young-mediterranean-voices/) - Training young people in the MENA region with debating and diaogue skills so they can become young influencers in their communities and countries.
- [Youth + D](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youth-d/) - Facilitating the inclusion of youth and underrepresented youth voices in the development of Guatemala's National Youth Policy for 2021-2032.
- [Youth Assemblies](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youth-assemblies/) - Kenya ABSTRACT For many decades, young people in Kenya have remained at the periphery of decision-making processes and excluded from participation in democratic processes. The Oslo Center’s programme established three Youth Assemblies with structures in all the villages and wards in three counties. These Assemblies have provided a platform for young people to constructively engage
- [Youth Civic Engagement: The BOJAKI project](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youth-civic-engagement-the-bojaki-project/) - 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
- [Youth Leadership Parliament](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youth-leadership-parliament/) - Ghana ABSTRACT Among Ghana’s population of 30.8 million, approximately 57% are under the age of 25, according to the Ghana Statistical Service data for 2020. This proportion has been increasing year-on-year over the last three decades. If the country seeks to build its human capital, it is imperative to have policies and programmes targeted at
- [Youth Legislative Caucus of Liberia: Bridging the Gap for Inclusive Decision-Making](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youth-legislative-caucus-of-liberia-bridging-the-gap-for-inclusive-decision-making/) - Liberia Implemented by ABSTRACT Liberia’s youth, who make up about 74.6% of the population, have long been underrepresented in the legislative decision-making process. Although young people are a demographic majority, they are often sidelined in legislative debates that impact critical areas such as employment, education, and climate change. Recognising this gap, the Youth Legislative Caucus
- [Youth Political Participation - Literature and Policy Review 1980–2023](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youth-political-participation-literature-and-policy-review-1980-2023/) - This scoping study presents an in-depth exploration of youth political participation, focusing on the design and implementation of youth-related policies. The policy tracker study is based on a comprehensive literature and policy review, tracking key developments from 1980 to 2023. It covers three main areas: Youth involvement in political affairs, Participation in elections, And engagement
- [Youth Talk](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youth-talk/) - Enhancing young people's awareness of their role and capacities as agents of change through the production of high-quality radio programmes.
- [YouthGovTracka - Enhancing Youth Engagement and Governance Accountability in Nigeria](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/youthgovtracka-enhancing-youth-engagement-and-governance-accountability-in-nigeria/) - Nigeria ABSTRACT The YouthGovTracka initiative was launched in July 2023 by the Brain Builders Youth Development Initiative (BBYDI) to bridge the gap between Nigerian state governors and the youth population, promoting transparency and accountability in governance. BBYDI, a nonpartisan and youth-led organization founded in 2014, focuses on fostering good governance, civic engagement, and sustainable communities
- [Yusuff Liadi - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/yusuff-liadi-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Yusuff Liadi is a youth leader and activist, and has devoted his career to advancing democracy and youth participation in politics. 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
- [Yvonne Wamucii - WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/yvonne-wamucii-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers/) - Yvonne is a young professional with a background in digital economy. Currently, she serves in the Office of the Presidential Advisor on Digital Economy, playing a key role in shaping strategies for digital technologies to shape economic growth and youth development in Kenya. Understanding the intersection of technology and policy, Yvonne brings key expertise to
- [Amicale pour le Développement Durable (APDD)](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/apdd/) - Le projet Ma Voix Compte consiste à faire le plaidoyer auprès du Parlement, la Cour Constitutionnelle et l’Autorité de Protection des Données à caractère Personnel (APDP) afin de procéder à la relecture du code du numérique qui restreint la liberté d’expression en ligne au Bénin. Activités Plaidoyer et concertation pour la relecture du code numérique
- [Project to deploy youth and women's advocacy actions for civic and democratic commitment in Central Africa for sustainable development](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/pdafjed-jeunes/) - Cameroon / Gabon ABSTRACT The PDAFJED-JEUNES project is an initiative launched by the organisation Regroupement Panafricain des Associations des Étudiants au Cameroun (RAEC) to promote access to information and youth involvement in democracy. Its aim is to strengthen young people's civic participation and empower them to make informed decisions on issues that concern them within
- [Projet de Déploiement des Actions de Plaidoyers des Jeunes et Femmes pour l'Engagement Civique et Démocratique en Afrique centrale pour le développement durable](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/pdafjed-jeunes/) - Cameroun / Gabon ABSTRACT Le projet PDAFJED-JEUNES est une initiative lancée par l'organisation Regroupement Panafricain des Associations des Étudiants au Cameroun (RAEC) pour promouvoir l'accès à l'information et l'engagement des jeunes en démocratie. Son objectif est de renforcer la participation citoyenne des jeunes et de leur donner les moyens de prendre des décisions éclairées sur
- [Digital Citizenship and Media Literacy: Empowering Youth for Peacebuilding in Dire Dawa, Ethiopia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/digital-citizenship-and-media-literacy-empowering-youth-for-peacebuilding-in-dire-dawa-ethiopia/) - Ethiopia ABSTRACT The “Digital Citizenship and Media Literacy: Empowering Youth for Peacebuilding in DD Administration project” was launched by Synergie for Community Development (SCD), with funding from USAID, to address the growing challenges of misinformation, disinformation, and hate speech, particularly among the youth in the Dire Dawa region of Ethiopia. The project aims to enhance
- [TALK PAIX: media and citizens at the service of peace in Cameroon](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/stories/talk-paix-media-and-citizens-at-the-service-of-peace-in-cameroon/) - Professional media working alongside civil society to promote stability and social cohesion in Cameroon Cameroon ABSTRACT The "TALK PAIX" project focuses on the role of the media as a catalyst for national dialogue, social cohesion and stability in Cameroon. Other sectors are also targeted, including concerted dialogue for peace with civil society and local authorities
- [TALK PAIX : médias et citoyens au service de la paix au Cameroun](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/stories/talk-paix-medias-et-citoyens-au-service-de-la-paix-au-cameroun/) - Des médias professionnels et engagés aux côtés de la société civile, en faveur de la stabilité et la cohésion sociale au Cameroun Cameroon ABSTRACT Le projet "TALK PAIX" se concentre sur le rôle des médias comme catalyseur du dialogue national, de la cohésion sociale et de la stabilité au Cameroun. D’autres secteurs sont également ciblés,

## Categories

- [Uncategorized](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/category/uncategorized/)
- [News](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/category/news/)
- [Events](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/category/events/)
- [Non catégorisé](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/category/non-categorise/)
- [Actualités](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/category/actualites/)
- [Événements](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/category/evenements/)

## Tags

- [democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/democracy/)
- [call to action](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/call-to-action/)
- [Youth democracy Cohort](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth-democracy-cohort/)
- [international IDEA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/international-idea/)
- [youth](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth/)
- [youth inclusion](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth-inclusion/)
- [youth empowerment](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth-empowerment/)
- [call for artist](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/call-for-artist/)
- [handbook](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/handbook/)
- [handbook on youth participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/handbook-on-youth-participation/)
- [news](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/news/)
- [#IYD](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/iyd/)
- [#IYD23](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/iyd23/)
- [International Youth Day](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/international-youth-day/)
- [Youth Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth-participation/)
- [One year](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/one-year/)
- [IDD](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/idd/)
- [International democracy day](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/international-democracy-day/)
- [Youth Engagement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth-engagement/)
- [Summit for Democracy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/summit-for-democracy/)
- [S4D](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/s4d/)
- [SD43](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/sd43/)
- [S4D2](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/s4d2/)
- [South Korea](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/south-korea/)
- [2024](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/2024/)
- [Supported organisation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/supported-organisation/)
- [organisation supported by the Youth Democracy Cohot](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/organisation-supported-by-the-youth-democracy-cohot/)
- [Youth cohort support](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth-cohort-support/)
- [Youth support](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth-support/)
- [Alma Civica](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/alma-civica/)
- [Conquista joven](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/conquista-joven/)
- [Menu of possible commitments](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/menu-of-possible-commitments/)
- [knowledge programme](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/knowledge-programme/)
- [civic space](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/civic-space/)
- [#youthInAction](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youthinaction/)
- [gender equality](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/gender-equality/)
- [human rights](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/human-rights/)
- [YDC statement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/ydc-statement/)
- [Young people in Kenya](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/young-people-in-kenya/)
- [Youth Café](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth-cafe/)
- [Finance bill](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/finance-bill/)
- [Women Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/women-political-participation/)
- [IDD Brussels](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/idd-brussels/)
- [Elections](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/elections/)
- [TRACODA](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/tracoda/)
- [knowledge sharing](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/knowledge-sharing/)
- [Member organisations](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/member-organisations/)
- [Women in Politics](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/women-in-politics/)
- [UN Women](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/un-women/)
- [Media literacy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/media-literacy/)
- [Disinformation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/disinformation/)
- [YDC working group](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/ydc-working-group/)
- [OGP](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/ogp/)
- [Samuel Kpartor](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/samuel-kpartor/)
- [Federation of Liberian Youth](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/federation-of-liberian-youth/)
- [OGP Africa and Middle East Regional Meeting](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/ogp-africa-and-middle-east-regional-meeting/)
- [Emmanuel Sasi](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/emmanuel-sasi/)
- [René Edouard Mendis](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/rene-edouard-mendis/)
- [Rehema Patricks](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/rehema-patricks/)
- [Youth stands up for democracy photo exhibition](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth-stands-up-for-democracy-photo-exhibition/)
- [Global Youth Political Participation Index](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/global-youth-political-participation-index/)
- [civic tech](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/civic-tech/)
- [Call](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/call/)
- [GYPI](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/gypi/)
- [Global Youth Participation Index](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/global-youth-participation-index/)
- [youth advisory board](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/youth-advisory-board/)
- [Index on youth participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/index-on-youth-participation/)
- [index on youth political participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/index-on-youth-political-participation/)
- [Digital](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/digital/)
- [sahel](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/sahel/)
- [information](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/information/)
- [shutdown](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/shutdown/)
- [internet](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/internet/)
- [la jeunesse](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/tag/la-jeunesse/)
- [espace civique](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/tag/espace-civique/)
- [Numérique](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/tag/numerique/)
- [l'information](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/tag/linformation/)
- [arrêt](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/tag/arret/)
- [digital rights](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/digital-rights/)
- [droits numériques](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/tag/droits-numeriques/)
- [YDCParticipates](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/tag/ydcparticipates/)
- [Participation des jeunes](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/fr/tag/participation-des-jeunes/)

## Stats Types

- [view](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/view/)
- [Chrome](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/chrome/)
- [Windows](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/windows/)
- [Macintosh](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/macintosh/)
- [Safari](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/safari/)
- [Android](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/android/)
- [Samsung Browser](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/samsung-browser/)
- [unknown](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/unknown/)
- [iPhone](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/iphone/)
- [Firefox](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/firefox/)
- [event](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/event/)
- [iPad](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/ipad/)
- [Opera](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/opera/)
- [Linux](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/linux/)
- [Microsoft Edge](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/wpa-stats-type/microsoft-edge/)

## Categories

- [project](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-category/project/)
- [story](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-category/story/)
- [individual](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-category/individual/)
- [research content](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-category/research-content/)

## Projects

- [Digitalise Youth](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/project-category/digitalise-youth/)
- [WYDE Civic Engagement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/project-category/wyde-civic-engagement/)

## Regions

- [North America](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/project-region/north-america/)
- [Latin America and the Caribbean](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/project-region/latin-america-and-the-caribbean/)
- [Europe & Central Asia](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/project-region/europe-central-asia/)
- [Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/project-region/africa/)
- [Middle East and North Africa](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/project-region/middle-east-and-north-africa/)
- [Asia Pacific](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/project-region/asia-pacific/)

## Tags

- [Youth engagement](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-engagement/)
- [Youth policy](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-policy/)
- [Digital](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/digital/)
- [Youth inclusion](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-inclusion/)
- [Youth culture](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-culture/)
- [Youth activism](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-activism/)
- [Youth leadership](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-leadership/)
- [Youth representation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-representation/)
- [Media](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/media/)
- [Young researchers network](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/young-researchers-network/)
- [Elections](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/elections/)
- [Supported organisation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/supported-organisation/)
- [Civic Tech](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/civic-tech/)
- [Youth Advisory Board](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-advisory-board/)
- [Democracy curriculum](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/democracy-curriculum/)
- [Health rights](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/health-rights/)
- [Youth education](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-education/)
- [Research on Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/research-on-youth-political-participation/)
- [Network of Young Decision-makers](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/network-of-young-decision-makers/)
- [Youth Political Participation](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-political-participation/)
- [Quick-Impact Actions](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/quick-impact-actions/)
- [Youth voters](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-voters/)
- [Youth Voter Registration](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/youth-voter-registration/)
- [GYPI](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/gypi/)
- [cost of politics](https://youthdemocracycohort.com/story-tag/cost-of-politics/)