Youth Participation & Civic Engagement

At CYDE Foundation, we firmly believe that youth participation is essential to building inclusive and sustainable societies. Our Youth Pillar is committed to fostering active citizenship among young people by encouraging their meaningful engagement in decision-making processes, policy advocacy, and community organizing.

We empower youth to take part in local, national, and global forums where their voices can influence environmental and social policy. Through training programs, simulations such as youth parliaments and model climate negotiations, and partnerships with civil society organizations, we build their civic literacy and enhance their leadership potential.

Our approach focuses on equipping youth with critical thinking, communication, and mobilization skills that enable them to advocate for climate justice, gender equality, and digital inclusion. By amplifying youth voices in democratic spaces, we create a new generation of changemakers capable of driving progress from the ground up.

We also facilitate connections between young leaders and institutions, enabling them to co-design solutions that address real community needs. Whether it’s through town hall meetings, local climate assemblies, or digital civic platforms, our initiatives promote youth agency and social innovation in tackling today’s most urgent challenges.