The right to participation is a fundamental human right that allows individuals, no matter their age, to be involved in decision-making that affects them.
It’s a core principle of democracy that is recognized in many international human rights treaties, including: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights which values the right to participate in government, free elections, and cultural life.
When young people are disenfranchised or disengaged from political processes, a significant portion of the population has little or no voice or influence in decisions that affect citizens lives.
This edition of the program focuses on “Young People’s participation in politics.”