- Recent surveys have found that youths here think it is important to be involved in civic discourse and more are open to partnering or engaging the Government on issues they are interested in
- Youths interviewed by TODAY share how they want to be involved in civic engagement even though other priorities have stopped them from stepping forward
- Other youths also spoke about why they got involved in championing different causes and how they have stayed the course and found it rewarding despite some challenges
- The National Youth Council says that “participation can take many shapes and forms” and encourages youths to start small
- On its part, the Government is forming youth-led panels for young people to play a more significant role in policy formulation beyond just dialogues and consultations
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