Youth Empowerment
Youth participation in public life is an important element of sustainable democracies. Young people contribute to a number of CoD activities, from thematic discussions to major democracy gatherings including CoD Ministerial Conferences, CoD Youth Forum, and the Summit For Democracy.
CoD YouthLeads
The CoD YouthLeads is a sounding board comprised of pro-democracy advocates advising the CoD on effective practices, strategies, and actions to enhance youth engagement in democracies worldwide. YouthLeads engage in CoD activities such as thematic discussions and major CoD gatherings.
Announcement of CoD YouthLeads 2023-2024
Disclaimer: CoD YouthLeads act in their personal capacity and do not represent the official position of the CoD.
Ready For a Seat- new campaign by CoD YouthLeads
In anticipation of the biannual UNHRC resolution on youth and human rights, the CoD YouthLeads propose incorporating the advancement of youth political participation as a sub-theme of the resolution. Download the campaign’s factsheet below.
Tech Talks: Digital Tools in Democracy
CoD YouthLeads event at the 3rd Summit for Democracy in Seul
#CoDYouthLeads event on “Tech Talks: Digital Tools in Democracy” was held in the framework of the 3rd Summit for Democracy and engaged representatives from CoD Member States: the United States and Canada, and partner organization International IDEA in a dialogue on the role of technology and social media in elections and the importance of digital literacy.
Blueprint for Youth Electoral Engagement
A new series of articles by CoD YouthLeads
In the lead up to the 3rd Summit for Democracy, the CoDYouthLeads developed “A Blueprint for Youth Electoral Engagement,” series of articles. It is dedicated to showcasing effective strategies and policies from around the globe that enhance youth participation in electoral processes.
Youth Recommendations to Increase Engagement in Democracy
Developed by CoDYouthLeads as a follow-up to the U.S. Summit for Democracy, the report lists practical steps on how to increase youth inclusion in democracy.
