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Study on child participation in EU political and democratic life

The Commission published a study on child participation in EU political and democratic life. The study looks at the situation in the EU and UK at national level, and in 10 countries at national and local level - with 12 case studies. In the course of this research, over 200 children and young people have shared their opinions and experiences in interviews and focus groups.

date:  22/02/2021

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The study shows that there are still limited opportunities for children to participate in EU political and democratic life. The opportunities that do exist are not always inclusive of all children, in particular those with disabilities, migrant backgrounds or from families at risk of poverty.

The study advocates for more child-led initiatives and better training for adults to support children’s participation in political and democratic life. The study’s findings will feed into the Commission’s EU strategy on the rights of the child, which will be presented in coming weeks. An accessible version of the report prepared by children can be found here. You are also invited to read about the Children’s participation structures and mechanisms here.

The study was conducted by RAND Europe and Eurochild and  written by RAND Europe: Barbara Janta, Michaela Bruckmayer, Annemari de Silva, Lucy Gilder, Andreas Culora, Sam Cole, Emma Leenders; and Eurochild: Mieke Schuurman, Alice Hagger-Vaughan

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