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The Political Participation of Youth

"I call on the members of the largest youth generation in history to face the challenges and consider what you can do to solve it. To control your destiny and translate your dreams into a better future for all." Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon

https://www.unwomen.org/en/news-stories/feature-story/2025/08/jordan-sets-historic-record-for-women-in-politics-legal-reforms-and-leadership-training-drive-change
September 18, 2025
Jordan sets historic record for women in politics: legal reforms and leadership training drive change

“We want women to say, ‘This is my place’”, declares Yusra Al-Kharisha. “We want women to move into Parliament, into education and political leadership. We want them to say, “My place extends beyond the home.”

https://www.newsweek.com/gen-z-nepal-protests-2127266
September 11, 2025
Why Gen Z Is Revolting in Nepal to Overthrow Government

Thousands of young Nepalis have taken to the streets to protest their government over a ban on social media platforms. The protests have garnered national attention as Prime Minister Sharma Oli resigned, and the Nepali parliament was set on fire.

https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2025/9/8/at-least-14-killed-in-nepal-protests-over-social-media-ban-corruption
September 9, 2025
At least 19 killed in Nepal protests over social media ban, corruption

At least 19 people have been killed and dozens injured during violent protests against the government’s social media ban and alleged corrupti

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https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/08/south-asia-youth-rewriting-its-growth-story/
August 15, 2025
From politics to innovation: how South Asia’s youth is rewriting its growth story
https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/08/building-a-global-youth-movement/
August 15, 2025
Local action, global impact: 15 years of building the Global Shapers youth movement

Young people are at the forefront of change worldwide. From climate justice to digital inclusion, young people are organizing, innovating and leading real solutions to the world’s most urgent challenges.