Change the System Without Waiting to Come of Age!
Purpose of the event: To provide young people with a platform to present bold and innovative solutions that can make local self-government more transparent, accountable, and understandable for every resident of the community.
This is a dynamic intellectual event based on the model of business accelerators. Each participant has only five minutes to “sell” their idea for change to “investors” — an expert jury composed of representatives of local authorities and youth self-government leaders.
Main task:
To propose one specific change in the city or community governance system. The idea should be aligned with the principles of Open Government:
Transparency: How can the work of officials be made visible?
Participation: How can young people be involved in decision-making?
Technology: How can digital tools simplify interaction with the authorities?
This is a chance not only to express an opinion, but to be heard by those who make decisions. The best projects will receive support for implementation, while their authors will have the opportunity to undertake internships in relevant departments or become advisers to government representatives.