On November 22, 2016, the #NotTooYoungToRun Campaign launched at the first United Nations Forum on Human Rights, Democracy and the Rule of Law. The global advocacy campaign “aims to elevate the promotion of young people’s right to run for public office.” It is designed to engage global youth through online activities, as well as function…
On October 18, youth activists around the world mobilized to celebrate World Youth Day for Democracy. Over 500 individuals, and 45 organizations participated in the event worldwide. More than 70 organizations and activists hosted online and live events across 25 countries. Check out our Storify compilation that highlights just a few of the participating organizations…
The World Movement for Democracy, in collaboration with the National Endowment for Democracy’s Africa Program, National Democratic Institute, International Republican Institute, and African Movement for Democracy, convened an Africa regional meeting, entitled “Strengthening Governance in Africa: Building a New Generation of Democratic Political Leaders.” The meeting took place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania on September…
On August 23, 2016, the United Nations Secretary General’s Envoy on Youth, Mr. Ahmed Alhendawi, endorsed the #NotTooYoungToRun Bill in Abuja, Nigeria. The bill’s goal is to reduce the age qualifications to run for public offices in Nigeria. Currently, the youngest representative in Nigeria’s public office is Alhaji Abubakar Malami, who is in the Ministry…