Programa, San José Del Guaviare 4

Abstract

In this section of the Voces y Regiones program, the discussion focuses on the spaces available for young people to participate in community decision-making and exercise their right to claim their acquired rights as citizens. The importance of youth participation in different areas is highlighted as a means to strengthen democracy and influence public policies.

In Colombia, young people can integrate and participate in various spaces, such as:

Municipal and Departmental Youth Councils (CMJ and CDJ): Representative youth bodies where young people can influence decision-making and the development of public policies in their territories. Youth Platforms: Meeting and dialogue spaces where young people can organize to discuss and propose solutions to local issues. Citizen Participation Boards: Instances that promote youth leadership and debate on matters of community interest. Student Organizations: Representations within schools and universities that allow young people to influence education and other relevant topics. Community Action Boards (JAC): Community structures in which young people can engage in local development projects. Social Movements and Youth Collectives: Spaces where young people work on defending human rights, environmental issues, gender equality, and other social concerns. The program emphasizes the importance of young people occupying these spaces and actively participating in building a more equitable and inclusive country, making decisions that positively impact their communities.