“More than 50% of the World’s Urban Population is under the age of 19” Nations need to actively engage youth in governance.

• Youth tend to be prone to higher levels of poverty, social inclusion, substance abuse, crime, sexual exploitation, HIV/AIDS
• As a result. Media-Portrays youth as incapable, violent, uncommitted individuals, stereotypes create barriers.
• *REDWIRE Magazine- Example of Alternative Media Breaking down boundaries
• Outreach Efforts need to recognize and include non-mainstream groups.
• Partnerships with all youth promote capacity building and youth that are open to change.
• Think Globally, Act Locally. Youth can often affect change. Example “Growing up in Cities.” The idea of going ‘Glocal’

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