by Imran Bacchus Young people make up approximately 1.8 billion of the global population, which stands at roughly eight billion people. This means that their roles and voices in our communities, nations, and regions are powerful, particularly in our democratic systems and processes. Their level of influence and persuasion among their peers and society make …
Oil Wealth & Youth Power: Shaping Guyana’s Future Vote Read More »
by Jasmine Koria On the 27th of May 2025, the government of the Independent State of Samoa announced to a stunned public that it had, for the first time in at least four decades, failed to pass a national budget for the new financial year. This comes after months of tense exchanges on the floor …
by Faseeh Abbas Welcome to the first article of the Politics of Asia series, where we try to answer the question: ‘Is it possible for democracy to exist and flourish in Asia?’ Adorned with democracy as its best form of government, Asia is a very diverse continent. From absolute monarchies to constitutional monarchies and Authoritarian …
A reflection from COP29 to the NDC 3.0 revisions by Bodh Maathura In the wake of an uncertain period for the Paris Agreement, nations are preparing their third revision of the Nationally Determined Contributions (NDC 3.0) for submission in 2025. Throughout COP29, young people echoed their call not only for greater ambition but also for …
by Similoluwa Ifedayo Dear 2025, I hope you are doing well, or at least better than I am. I am 1945, 80 years older than you, and let me tell you, I’ve seen things. I carry the weight of humanity’s worst choices and its most hopeful beginnings. Believe me, being unforgettable is exhausting. Before I …
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by Faseeh Abbas France has been plunged into an unprecedented political crisis following the 2024 French legislative elections, which produced a hung parliament. The aftermath has tried the institutions of the Fifth Republic, forcing the question of its survival in the face of growing political fragmentation. Following weeks of political stalemate, François Bayrou was appointed …
by Jasmine Koria Photo Caption: The SPC (Pacific Community) Breakout Room on Day 1 of the Commonwealth Youth Forum. This session was facilitated by representatives of the SPC (Pacific Community), with the assistance of Commonwealth Youth Forum International Taskforce Members Sabina Moce and Va’agi Kevin Lucky (far right) by Jasmine Koria Participants at this year’s …
by Similoluwa Ifedayo Lately, I’ve been thinking deeply about gender inequality, equity, and equality. Questions have been on my mind like, “At what point do I stop talking about gender equality? When is it enough? Am I doing too much?” These reflections led me to one fundamental realisation: gender equality is not a destination. It’s …
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by Jasmine Koria The Commonwealth Youth Forum in Apia, Samoa opened on October 21 with an engaging Plenary Session on Leveraging Youth Leadership for Strengthening Democracies and Youth Engagement and Participation. Moderated by Prof. Luis Franceshi, Assistant Secretary General of the Commonwealth, and coordinated by Jasmine Koria of the Commonwealth Youth Forum International Taskforce, the …
by Similoluwa Ifedayo Article written for the 13th Commonwealth Youth Forum on the Theme: Empowering Youth to Strengthen Inclusive and Resilient Democracies Recently, I faced a thought-provoking question in an application: “If you had the power to solve one problem, what would that be?” My answer was clear: The mindset problem. In today’s world, the …
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