Youth DemocrAID
“Young people are a dynamic source of innovation, and they have ideas to offer and perspectives that can change the world for the better.”
Ban Ki-moon
What is the YOUTH DEMOCRAID project?
In today’s rapidly evolving world, the importance of engaged and informed citizens cannot be overstated. Active participation in democratic processes, from voting to community involvement, is fundamental to the health and vitality of any democracy. However, recent research and surveys have highlighted a concerning trend: a significant decline in political participation among young people, particularly those aged 15-25, across various countries in Europe and beyond. Low voter turnout, disengagement from institutional politics, and a lack of civic awareness have become pressing issues.
“Youth DemocrAID” is a project created in the framework of Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV) programme). Its main focus is on aiding and supporting democracy, particularly as it pertains to youth involvement, since they represent the emerging generation of citizens whose active engagement is essential for strengthening democracy and shaping a more inclusive and united European Union.
Youth DemocrAID seeks to prepare engaging learning materials with the use of non-formal education methods, provide workshops specifically tailored for young people and connect them with their peers from partner countries by organizing an international youth forum.
The actions are focused mainly on young people 15-25 years old, allowing them to confront their peers from 5 participating European Countries (IT, PL, SK, PT, GR) during a cycle of local workshops and debates led in each country.
“Young people, when informed and empowered, when they realize that what they do truly makes a difference, can indeed change the world.”
Jane Goodall
Partners
Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values (CERV)
The objective of the Citizens, Equality, Rights and Values programme is to protect and promote rights and values as enshrined in the EU Treaties and the Charter of Fundamental Rights. In particular, by supporting civil society organisations active at local, regional, national and transnational level.
It aims to sustain and develop open, rights-based, democratic, equal and inclusive societies based on the rule of law. That includes a vibrant and empowered civil society, encouraging people’s democratic, civic and social participation and cultivating the rich diversity of European
society, based on our common values, history and memory.
To read more about the CERV program click here.