Resource Title

Youth and Elections

Summary

Youth and Elections is an online handbook that provides a comprehensive overview on youth participation in political processes. By covering key concepts such as youth, electoral cycle, gender sensitivity, intersectionality and good practices, it draws attention towards the importance of youth participation in formal politics.

Resource Details

Description

This handbook uses a guided approach to educate teachers and students about the role of younger generation in elections and is divided into five major sections, each consisting of various sub-topics and detailed analysis. These sections include:

  • Youth participation in political processes
  • Obstacles to youth participation
  • Myths about youth and their political participation
  • Youth and elections – Role of education
  • Election management and voting process

Available from:

Youth and Elections can be found on the ACE Website