Young People and Politics - Part 1: Have the Youth Outgrown Traditional Politics?

The Burning Case

Have you ever felt like traditional politics do not best serve your political rights? In this special 3-episode series we take a look at how people-powered politics might be better fitted to express political voices today.
The first episode focuses on the complex relationship between young generations and traditional politics today. How contrary to popular belief they are far from being disengaged politically and rather simply choose to express their opinions, views, voices in different ways, which tend to break from tradition. We also asked ourselves whether change could happen within the current system or whether we needed a whole new system.
To help us answer all our questions and better understand youth politics, we had the pleasure of talking to Petar Markovic, Heard of Mission of Montenegro to the European Union.
This episode was recorded a few days after the Russia-Ukraine war started. We are deeply saddened by the tragic events unfolding. Below are some useful resources if you would like (and in the position) to donate.
International Committee of the Red Cross
United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Unicef
SaveLife
Razom
Caritas Ukraine
You can also help by joining protests organised in a city near you and by sharing information (please verify your sources beforehand) with your friends and family.
Below you can sign the youth-led European Citizens' Initiative mentioned during the episode - Voters Without Borders which aims to give EU citizens full political rights.