OSCE Programme Office in Nur-Sultan supports workshop on enhancing youth participation in political and civic life
An OSCE-supported a workshop on enhancing youth participation in political and civic life in Kazakhstan took place in Nur-Sultan on 15 October 2021. Some 50 members of parliament, representatives of the Ministry of Information and Social development, youth organizations, young experts and human rights defenders participated in the event, which was held in a blended format.
Participants discussed the political rights of youth in Kazakhstan, and opportunities and mechanisms for their participation in decision-making processes. The workshop provided a platform for dialogue between government bodies and public organizations working with youth promoting the topics of importance for young people. This discussion was also in line with the OSCE approach of working with and for youth.
National speakers provided an overview of the opportunities for youth participation in decision-making processes in fields, such as urban planning and infrastructure development, elections and political parties. The speakers also discussed access to information and the use of new technologies. International experts from Kyrgyzstan, the Russian Federation and Ukraine shared their countries’ experience of youth participation in civic engagement and strengthening their political rights.
The OSCE Programme Office in Nur-Sultan organized the workshop in partnership with the Youth Information Service of Kazakhstan.
The event is part of the Programme Office’s efforts to promote youth participation in decision-making processes.