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While young people play central and catalyzing roles in movements for democracy around the world, they are less engaged than older generations in voting and party activism. As of 2016 people between the ages of 20 and 44 make up 57% of the world’s voting age population but only 26% of the world’s Members of Parliament (MPs). Young people under 30 only represent 1.9% of the world’s MP’s and more than 80% of the world’s upper houses of Parliament have no MPs aged under 30. While male MPs outnumber female MPs in every age category, gender imbalance is less pronounced among younger MPs around the world. This suggests that young men and women may be more likely to make way for new faces and voices to be represented in decision-making (Inter-parliamentary Union Youth Participation in National Parliaments, 2016). Strategies that may promote the engagement of youth in political processes include: youth quotas; legal reforms to align the voting age with the minimum age for elected officials; proportional representation electoral systems; inclusive parliaments and local governance; removal of barriers for youth electoral participation; outreach and recruitment of students by political parties; and targeted outreach to youth political candidates.

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Gen Z Voters Reflect Recent Trends, While Charting Their Own Path

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November 18, 2024

Gen Z Voters Reflect Recent Trends, While Charting Their Own Path

Since Bill Clinton’s election in 1996, a majority of women voters have backed Democratic presidential candidates. In contrast, men have generally favored Republican nominees. How might that gender gap play out this election cycle among the nation’s youngest voters?

No Sex, No Dating, No Babies, No Marriage: How the 4B Movement Could Change America

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November 16, 2024

No Sex, No Dating, No Babies, No Marriage: How the 4B Movement Could Change America

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Lesego Chombo, 26, is Botswana's new Minister for Youth and Gender Affairs

Submitted by Editor on Mon, 11/11/2024 - 06:12

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Lesego Chombo, 26, is Botswana's new Minister for Youth and Gender Affairs

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Lesego Chombo, a dynamic figure in Botswana's youth scene, lawyer and Miss World Africa 2024, is now the rising star of the country's government, having been appointed Minister of Youth and Gender Equality by Botswana's President, Duma Boko.

Supporting inclusive political and economic participation for women in the MENA Region

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November 8, 2024

Supporting inclusive political and economic participation for women in the MENA Region

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Opportunities and Challenges: Women’s Political Participation in the Digital Age

Submitted by Editor on Wed, 11/06/2024 - 09:40

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Opportunities and Challenges: Women’s Political Participation in the Digital Age

Digital technologies have expanded opportunities for women in political participation, advocacy, and knowledge-sharing, but also present significant risks, particularly through technology-facilitated gender-based violence (TF GBV) that disproportionately affects women in public life. While digital platforms can bridge gender gaps, creating truly inclusive digital spaces requires policy reforms and societal shifts that address gender norms, ensuring equitable access and safety for all women.

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Election 'golden opportunity' to co-opt women to councils

Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/28/2024 - 05:35

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Election 'golden opportunity' to co-opt women to councils

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See Her Elected, an initiative aimed at getting more women from rural Ireland into politics, has said the impending general election is a "golden opportunity" to increase female participation in local councils.

New research and analysis of recent local election results - carried out by See Her Elected - found a significant electoral advantage for sitting councillors, regardless of gender.

New research and analysis of recent local election results - carried out by See Her Elected - found a significant electoral advantage for sitting councillors, regardless of gender.

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Humor and rock & roll against political harassment in Argentina

Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 09:13

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Humor and rock & roll against political harassment in Argentina

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Just days after its release, a music video with scathing lyrics and a catchy rhythm that denounces the harassment that the artist has been subjected to for more than a year by the Argentine president managed to enter the Top 5 most viewed videos in the world, and is number one in Argentina.

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Gender Equality And Youth Inclusion: Ten Focus Areas For Impact

Submitted by Editor on Wed, 10/16/2024 - 04:58

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Gender Equality And Youth Inclusion: Ten Focus Areas For Impact

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16 October 2024, Ghana: UN Women recently published The Gender Snapshot 2024. While the report highlighted some positive developments, no indicator under SDG Goal 5, Gender Equality, has been achieved.

Krishak Jagat - National Agriculture Newspaper

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Recap: Global Gateway High-Level Youth Event - 9/10 October

Submitted by Editor on Mon, 10/14/2024 - 03:40

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Recap: Global Gateway High-Level Youth Event - 9/10 October

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Hosted by the European Commission in Brussels, the Global Gateway High-Level Youth Event took place on October 9-10, 2024, showcasing the transformative impact of the EU youth agenda. The event celebrated achievements, established new partnerships, and connected youth champion networks. With nearly half of the world’s population under 30—90% residing in less developed partner countries—this demographic trend was poised to significantly shape global economic relations and politics.

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