One Young World Politician of the Year Award 2024: Merely 2.8% of lawmakers worldwide are under 30, and only 18.8% of Members of Parliament are under 40, according to the Inter-Parliamentary Union. The percentage of MPs under 30 in upper houses is about 74%. An entire generation could become disenfranchised from their country’s political processes if they are underrepresented.
In order to honor the most talented young politicians from across the globe between the ages of 18 and 35, the One Young World Politician of the Year Award was established in 2018. The winners are chosen on the basis of the influence they have in their own nations and the ways in which they have utilized their positions to particularly help youth. Launched to address the low level of youth engagement in politics, it is the first global award honoring the achievements of young politicians.
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
- Open to outstanding politicians using their public office to empower young people in their communities.
- Applicants between 18 to 35 years old.
BENEFITS
- The award will be presented to the three winners at the One Young World Summit in Montréal (Tiohtià:ke), Canada, which takes place from 18-21 September 2024.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- The award winners will be selected by an international panel of judges with unparalleled political expertise.
- The awardees will be assessed based on how they have used their public office to effect positive change in their communities and countries, particularly to benefit and represent young people.
Deadline: April 7, 2024.
Apply through the OFFICIAL LINK
