The Impact of Institutional Measures and Changes on Youth Citizenship and Participation

Abstract

For the legitimacy of democratically constituted societies, it is of utmost importance to encourage citizens – and particularly young people – to participate in the political process. This panel examines the effects of institutional factors and educational efforts aimed at the development of citizenship and political participation. These factors include legislative regulations such as compulsory voting, education policies, and the implementation of specific programmes in civics and citizenship education. The presentations focus on Europe and Australia and will provide empirical evidence on institutional measures that may (or may not) successfully be employed to encourage citizenship and participation.

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