Haitian youth facing global challenges
Global youth, representing more than 1.2 billion individuals aged between 15 and 24 (or about 16% of the world's population), constitute a significant force for societal transformations. However, in Haiti, this generation faces problems such as insecurity, recurring political crises, and unemployment.
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Haitian youth grow up in a context where school dropout rates and forced displacements are common. While young people elsewhere discuss advanced technologies and sustainable development, some teenagers in Haiti must simply worry about their daily safety.
According to Le National, less than 3% of parliamentarians worldwide are under 30 years old. This underrepresentation is particularly dramatic for Haitian youth who aspire to participate in decisions that influence their future despite the obstacles they encounter.
Specific Challenges in Haiti
In Haiti, economic uncertainty and lack of access to education further complicate the situation for young people. They often have to face fundamental questions such as how to cross their neighborhood safely or continue their studies after a school closure.
Call to Action
The need for policymakers to take into account the voice and specific needs of Haitian youth is clear. The challenges they face are many, but their potential to engage in issues such as the environment and sustainable development should not be underestimated.
Reporting by Le National
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