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Despite constituting 56 percent of the global population, youth continue to be underrepresented in political and civic participation.
Through International Republican Institute’s (IRI) flagship youth network, Generation Democracy, 280 members and 50 alumni from 80 countries have access to opportunities that increase their capacity to effectively mobilize young people, champion democratic reform, as well as tackle barriers to meaningful youth participation to build more resilient, responsive, and inclusive democracies.
Our Goal
To promote the meaningful participation of young people in decision-making processes, Generation Democracy connects members:
GAIN SKILLS for political and civic engagement learned through Network-facilitated trainings on effective communication, advocacy, leadership and program management.
Are given OPPORTUNITIES TO EXERCISE their political and civic engagement skills through member-led activities, trainings and consultations.
Are EMPOWERED TO CONNECT, collaborate and co-develop solutions with other democratically minded young people through youth-led and youth-serving opportunities.
Our Vision
We are a network of young open-minded changemakers committed to championing the future of democracy by utilizing our power as young people to develop a better future for all the citizens of the world.
We are a network of young open-minded changemakers committed to championing the future of democracy by utilizing our power as young people to develop a better future for all the citizens of the world.
Generation Democracy members believe in equality, human rights, and active civic and political engagement to address similar challenges and ensure resilient democracies. We believe that youth have the knowledge, power and relationships to make positive and inclusive choices; to engage and learn from each other; and foster positive changes that address global challenges to freedom, democracy, equality and human rights. We encourage sharing our successes and failures to promote fundamental reforms.
We are dedicated to causes that ensure young people – no matter their identity – consciously lead civic and political initiatives in their community, region and around the world. In order to reach our vision for 2025 and beyond, we, Generation Democracy, commit ourselves to the following actions:
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Raising awareness of youth civic and political activity through a strong digital and social media presence;
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Identifying and networking with youth-led and youth-serving organizations;
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Supporting network members through sharing practical professional development, funding and leadership opportunities that are widely and easily accessible to all members;
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Connecting members as peer mentors on the local, regional and transnational level to share experiences, best practices and lessons learned.
We are responsible for ensuring this vision becomes a reality and must keep each other accountable. We are creating the future of the world.