DEMOCRACY IN ACTION
Read the latest news, happenings, and research from youth activists and researchers around the world. You’ll hear powerful stories about young people creating better futures for themselves, their communities, and their countries.
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Democracy Moves Joins Governments and Civil Society Organizations in Defence of Democracy during the Second Pre-Summit for Democracy in Zambia
Daniel Orogo writes about Democracy Moves’ participation the Second Summit for Democracy
Addressing Voter Apathy Through Electoral Process Technology Deployment
Olasupo Abideen writes about how technology can be used to improve Nigerian voter participation, and address apathy, in advance of upcoming elections.
The Damage caused by soot in River state, nigeria
Moses Eze, a Nigerian young activist, writes on the emergence of black soot in Nigeria, caused by illegal crude oil operations.
An Interview with Youth Kenyan Political candidate, Daniel Orogo
We sat down with Daniel Orogo, a young Kenyan activist, and the founder of the Langata Youth Network, who is running for County Assembly in his native Kibera region in Kenya.
New Report: Walking the Walk: Prioritizing Youth Political and Civic Engagement in Renewing Democracy
A new report from the Global Alliance for Youth Action focuses on the critical role that young people must play in rebuilding democracy.
Youth inclusiveness should be the top priority for improving democracy
In the face of democratic challenges, one thing that remains clear is, it is increasingly difficult for any government to ignore the youths who are assets to their nations. We argue that there is a need for deep partnership between young people and government.