Role of Youth in Politics for Strengthening Democracy

The latest episode of Jwandai Jazbey (Alive Spirit) focused on the role of youth in strengthening democracy in Pakistan.

The guest speakers, Shahab Uddin, Member of Provincial Youth Assembly and Saima Umer, Vice President of Provincial Youth Assembly, emphasized that this is the time when the state must initiate concrete steps for an effective representation of youth in the political and democratic process.

Shahab Uddin said that 60% of Pakistan’s population is youth, but their presence is minimal in the political system. Saima Umer was of the opinion that the presence of females in politics will have a positive impact. Shahab Uddin emphasized that the youth must understand that democracy is a system based on tolerance, respect and acceptance of different opinions. The youth must participate in the 2018 elections as it would pave the way for a stronger democracy.

Two calls were received during the show. A report was also shared about the current political representation of youth and its importance for the future of democracy.

About Sabawoon

Sabawoon airs in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (KP) and Federally Administered Tribal Areas (FATA) since 2011. It began as a counter-radicalization, strategic communications program, designed to highlight and promote the fundamental governance values such as democracy, rule of law, women’s rights, and equal citizenry, social cohesion.

The show airs Monday through Thursday every week under four themes on FM-101.5 Peshawar and Dera Ismail Khan 711 KHZ from 3:20 PM to 4:00 PM.

On Monday, Jarga Maraka covers current affairs and important regional issues with an input from government and other senior officials. On Tuesday, Da Simay Jaaj gives an overview of the top stories from KP and FATA regions. Jwandai Jazbey airs on Wednesday and deals with issues of relevance to, and significance for, youth, students and women. Socio-cultural affairs are discussed in Ranra .