The City That Doubled Down on Listening to Its Youth
In Masaka, Uganda, a city with a majority population under 25, a youth-focused initiative called the Youth Desk allows young residents to directly engage with city officials to address local issues and contribute to decision-making. The program, led by a dedicated coordinator, has become a key part of the city's governance, reflecting efforts to involve young people in shaping their community. The city's leadership, including its first female mayor, emphasizes the importance of planning for youth needs as the population grows and urban development accelerates. This approach highlights a commitment to inclusive governance and addressing the challenges faced by a large portion of the population that is neither in school nor employed.
A city in Uganda created a Youth Desk to give young people a direct voice in local government decisions.
This approach helps address youth unemployment and frustration by involving them in shaping policies that affect their lives.
It shows how listening to young people can lead to more inclusive and effective governance in growing cities.
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