The role of youth activism in social changes

The vibrant dynamism of youth activism has proven to be an extraordinary driving force for changing societies, capturing the energy, passion, and fresh visions of youth ready to challenge the status quo. Such activism is unparalleled in an era of fast and unfettered communication, where one can instantly share views from any corner of the world.

This generation is said to be the most globally connected and educated. They can offer solutions to some of the problems that plague this world, such as climate change, social inequality, and human rights violations. Examples of the power of the young include the students who spearheaded Greta Thunberg's Fridays for Future and those behind the student-led gun violence protests in the United States.

This is where social media play a central role in raising voices for young activists. Equipped with Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, these youngsters can mobilize, raise public awareness, and at large unite in a scope that had been previously impossible to imagine. These are the new ways of information democratization which enables young people to hold their leaders accountable and integrate more widespread participation around the world.

Apart from highlighting the issues at hand, youth groups present a fruitful ground for the future in which leaders will emerge to realize that civic engagement is fundamental. In striving for change, youths spur others, provide movements toward positive change within society over the long term. This keeps the society reminded that fighting for justice, equality, as well as sustainability is a long-term process involving the passion and commitment of every generation.