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Empowering Youth in Democracy: Join the YDC Statement

As the world grapples with complex challenges, the importance of inclusive and representative democracies has never been clearer. Yet, for too long, young people have been marginalised from political processes, their voices often unheard and their concerns overlooked. Along a 100 civil society and inter-governmental organisations, the […]

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#YouthInAction – Promoting a Culture of Youth Political Participation

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 […]

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#YouthInAction : Supporting Youth Freedom of Expression

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 […]

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#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 […]

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Voices of Future – What is the YDC up to at the S4D3?

In the dynamic landscape of global democracy, the Youth Democracy Cohort stands as a beacon for youth engagement and political participation. As we gear up for the upcoming Summit for Democracy, the Youth Democracy Cohort partnered with the National Endowment for Democracy (NED) will present a full […]

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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. 

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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.

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