Thai agencies promote youth political participation amid rising issues

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A rise in youth problems related to drugs, violence, mental health deterioration, and financial woes has spurred Thai government agencies to promote greater youth political participation and heed the voices of the young.

 

An event titled Learn Len Hen Local, showcasing the initiatives of the Children and Youth Council of Thailand (CYCT), was recently conducted by the Department of Local Administration (DLA) under the Ministry of Interior, along with the Thai Health Promotion Foundation (ThaiHealth) and Social Innovation and Youth (SIY). The event took place at the TK Palace Hotel & Convention in Bangkok.

 

Deputy Director of the DLA, Surabhon Jarernmee, highlighted the rights of the young generation to voice their opinions, as stated in the United Nations Children’s Fund’s Convention on the Rights of the Child. The government’s efforts to uphold this right were emphasised, along with the DLA’s role in propelling CYCT initiatives that encourage the youth’s involvement in local policy formation.

 

by Mitch Connor

Photo courtesy of Chanat Katanyu

 

Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-29

 

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[hotchilli]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

Thai government agencies to promote greater youth political participation and heed the voices of the young.

[newbee2022]

That's the right move. 👍

[billd766]

It is a good idea and only about 50 years too late.

[lavender19]

And then they will be locked up for their views and activities