Global population in 2023 has surpassed 8 billion, young people (under 30) currently represent approximately 52% of the global population with this number projected to grow in the coming decades. However, young people often face barriers to representation, participation and inclusion, limiting the ability of their voices to be heard.
In this miniseries on ‘Meaningful Youth Engagement’ we feature conversations with young people speaking to young people about what meaningful engagement means to them, the barriers and challenges they face, and how organisations can support young people to thrive.
In Part 7 of our Youth Engagement Series, Prekkshya (Accountability Lab Nepal) and Mori (World Organization of the Scout Movement) chat with Katie (Accountable Now) all about Youth Advisory Positions. They share their own personal experiences in those positions, explaining time commitment, capacity building, and incentives. They also share insights on best practices of Youth Advisory Positions, both from a participant and institutional perspective.
They highlight why Youth Advisory Positions are important, and how CSOs can encourage youth to join Youth Advisory Positions.
Read the full transcript here.
Help us spread the word – share this podcast!
Accountable Now is a global membership platform. We support our members – and civil society at large – to be more transparent, responsive, impact-focused, and locally led. Interested in becoming a member?
Accountable Now is a member of Accountability Lab’s global translocal network.