Youth and Political Participation

2007-01-01 Education

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Release : 2007-01-01
Genre : Education
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Download or read book Youth and Political Participation written by . This book was released on 2007-01-01. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learning about politics and life as a citizen is part of the transition to adulthood. During this stage young people in most Western democracies are introduced to political processes and issues, as well as a range of political activities including voting and participation in social movements. But young people make this transition differently. The articles in this Book explore a range of ways that young people participate politically and also discuss those who are not ‘active citizens’.

Democracy, Citizenship and Youth

2009-08-30 History

Author : Itamar Silva
Release : 2009-08-30
Genre : History
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Download or read book Democracy, Citizenship and Youth written by Itamar Silva. This book was released on 2009-08-30. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What is the place of young people in society today? This book presents a searching and comprehensive picture of youth, demonstrating both its diversity and singularity, and helping to dispel many of the myths, discriminations, stigmas and prejudices attached to this segment of society. Drawing on a vast empirical research exercise including over 8000 interviews and 40 focus groups in eight metropolitan areas of Brazil, this book explores the most important aspects of young people's social participation and the resulting challenges for public policy. With clear resonance beyond Brazil, this research is designed to inform youth policy strategies in the developing and developed world.

Young People, Citizenship and Political Participation

2017 Citizenship

Author : Mark Chou
Release : 2017
Genre : Citizenship
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Download or read book Young People, Citizenship and Political Participation written by Mark Chou. This book was released on 2017. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores whether, and how, young people work with and against contemporary politics at institutional and grassroots levels.

Citizen now

2017-08-10 Political Science

Author : Elizabeth C. Matto
Release : 2017-08-10
Genre : Political Science
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Download or read book Citizen now written by Elizabeth C. Matto. This book was released on 2017-08-10. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Citizen now offers a comprehensive description of the composition and behavior of young adults, an explanation and critique of the study of youth engagement, and a unique approach and methodology for appreciating how and why “citizen now” engages in politics and democracy. Citizen now considers youth political participation from the perspective of young adults themselves – specifically, young adults who’ve organized around an issue of great concern to Millennials, their economic well-being. The perfect text for undergraduates exploring the fundamentals of government, political behavior, and citizenship, this text’s fresh take on the important subject of youth engagement offers both a path for future research and practical guidance on how to engage “citizen now” in politics and democracy.

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