DDP 4th Annual political summit: Crisis in political participation
July 18, 2022Public trust in leaders and institutions must be restored or SA could face a catastrophe
July 19, 2022
DDP in partnership with the Mail and Guardian hosted a Webinar to unpack Youths’ political participation and access to opportunities for socio-economic development which remains an important call in Africa. The webinar was facilitated by DDP Senior programs Officer Sphamandla Mhlongo.
The objectives of this webinar were to:
- Unpack the impediments faced by young people in participating in political spaces – Understand the role of young people as economic actors
- Engage around the current legislative framework in regard to youth eligibility for political office
- Engage in the role of political parties, business, and civil society in promoting capable, young people into positions of leadership
- Understand the importance of getting the communication right
Watch the full webinar recording here> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4oG_rgesunI
Read the full webinar article here> MailGuardian_MAIN-22072022029_MAG
