January 31, 2016
Youth I.D.E.A.S. 07 Governance and Constitutional Development Young People’s Perception on Public Consultations 31 January, 2016 Launching public consultation exercises regarding policies or other matters provides a chance for the public to find out more concerning the issues that they are being consulted about and to engage in discussion with the issues. This helps not only to maintain an open and transparent process of policy formulation, but also to facilitate consensus among the public. This could also garner the public’s support for or recognition of the policies, which is an important element for good governance. It […]
September 30, 2015
Youth I.D.E.A.S. 03 Governance and Constitutional Development Who is Willing to Take up Positions in Public Affairs? 30 September, 2015 Young people’s participation in society is an important element of sustainable social development because it increases their sense of belonging and commitment to society. It also allows young people to unleash their creativity and uniqueness, and to help create the society that they envision. Three decades ago, the United Nations made “Participation, Development, Peace” the theme of the first International Youth Year, defining the role of young people in the participation of national and social affairs, economic […]
