What Would You Do? by Chloe Bogalho

2024-09-20 14:02:27 UTC

Use social media platforms like Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok to share stories, data, and successes related to youth voice in policy discussions.

2024-09-20 14:03:20 UTC

I'm from Bangladesh, and a few weeks ago, we got our Prime Minister to resign, and we did this from the spark of our college student's voices. The college students caused our entire country to enter revolution, changing the entire course of our future. If they don't take us seriously, one of the best ways for us to influence perspectives is through media. Social media, newspapers, etc. We are this society's youth, and have the largest voice for our future.

2024-09-20 14:03:24 UTC

Using numbers and statistics to engage the older audience as they enjoy and understand things with numbers and a factual basis better. Basically, explaining our concepts in a language they would understand.

2024-09-20 14:03:40 UTC

Social media and website building is definitely useful here, as the internet is a place where information spreads like a wildfire

2024-09-20 14:03:41 UTC

We could form a community of children so they can present their idea together and be heard by the policymakers

2024-09-20 14:03:51 UTC

Use social media to rally like-minded young people behind your cause.

2024-09-20 14:04:05 UTC

Technology can make policymaking better by enabling very good decisions, improving public participation through digital platforms, and enhancing transparency.

2024-09-20 14:04:32 UTC

As a youth-led organization, positioning ourselves as knowledgeable and credible contributors starts with grounding our message in solid research and data. By showcasing our expertise through detailed analysis, case studies, and collaboration with academic institutions, we can ensure our voice is respected in policy discussions. In terms of allies, we can engage local environmental advocacy groups, community leaders, and even scientists who can validate and amplify our message. Additionally, using media, technology, and storytelling effectively will be key in making our policy recommendations more compelling. For example, we can use social media campaigns, interactive infographics, and personal stories from affected communities to humanize the issue and create a sense of urgency. By framing our message in a way that resonates emotionally, while also providing concrete solutions, we can build stronger public and policymaker support for our initiatives.

2024-09-20 14:04:33 UTC

I would enlist the help of other political leaders to help support my point, because not every leader in policy discussion will look down on me. The more support I have, the more I might be able to get a say.

2024-09-20 14:04:52 UTC

Use data to remind adults of what the environmental situation was like when they were young and what has changed since then in terms of both livability and industrial impacts.

2024-09-20 14:05:00 UTC

. Effectively Using Media, Technology, and Storytelling

• Social Media Campaigns: Utilize platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and X (formerly Twitter) to raise awareness and create viral content around policy issues. Highlight personal stories, infographics, and short videos that simplify complex issues and resonate with wider audiences.

• Storytelling as a Tool: Use personal narratives and real-life experiences from young people to humanize policy issues. For example, stories about how climate change impacts specific youth communities can provide emotional appeal that statistics alone may not.

• Interactive Platforms: Develop or use existing digital platforms to host discussions or gather youth opinions. Platforms like virtual town halls, online petitions, or even video campaigns can collect and amplify youth voices directly to decision-makers.

• Data Visualization Tools: Use data visualizations, infographics, and interactive maps to present policy issues in a visually compelling way. This makes complex issues easier to understand and more engaging for wider audiences.

• Podcasts and Videos: Create podcast series or video content on platforms like YouTube to delve into youth policy discussions. Inviting experts or other young advocates to share insights can further legitimize these discussions.

2024-09-20 14:05:05 UTC

Jahnavi from India by using Partnerships and Collaboration: Encourage partnerships between youth organisations, NGOs, governments, and businesses to develop innovative solutions and policies to protect our environment and society

2024-09-20 14:05:07 UTC

Engage universities and educational bodies to support young movements, ideas, policy research that can be presented to make young people important decision-makers.

2024-09-20 14:05:07 UTC

Encouring mentorship programs that connect youth with leaders, fostering collaboration and mutual respect.

2024-09-20 14:05:08 UTC

The young generation is very used to the media and internet so using these media sources is really in favor to us

001388a — 2024-09-20 14:05:14 UTC

Using evidence to support our claims, that way the wouldn´t be able to claim that what we are saying isn´t true, and gather allies as well

2024-09-20 14:05:15 UTC

I would say something important that we could implement to prove that we are credible would be showing the past works we have done which could show our determination and seriousness towards global issues.

2024-09-20 14:05:21 UTC

Don't feel intimidated when surrounded by adults. Our ideas are just as valuable and meaningful as theirs, so it is best to show confidence and respect when sharing perspectives. Of course, we have the advantage of social media since everyone uses it to get info

2024-09-20 14:05:26 UTC

Vanisha Goel from International School of Dhaka: I believe it's important to connect with the older generation and minimise the generation gap. If the policymakers cannot comprehend our arguments maybe they will assert for them when someone they can relate to from their own generation explains it to them.

2024-09-20 14:05:26 UTC

we could establish youth advisory councils where young people wpuld be able to represent themsekves from various backgrounds

orr we can partner with establish youth organizations to ensure representation and mobilize larger groups of young people to advocate interests

2024-09-20 14:05:28 UTC

In order to ensure that the youth voice is taken seriously in policy discussions, we can follow the bellow strategy.

1. Positioning and sharing what's around our community.

Conduct researches on environmental justice issues relevant to each and everyone's community (from all around the world). Then, we can prepare presentations that include statistics, case studies, and examples of (successful) youth-led initiatives.
Invite experts in certain fields, such as environmental science, to show credibility. Thus, explaining that youth perspectives are informed and valuable.
Share real life stories from our communities to make our issue relatable in order to solve it.

2. Collaborate with others

Collaborate with local organizations and community leaders to align with our goals and support our arguments.
Partner with other youths to amplify our voice.
Seek help from experienced people who can provide help and support.

3. Use media, technology, and storytelling

Using visuals, infographics, and videos through social media campaigns to create awareness that highlight key issues and solutions.
Utilize digital platforms to discuss environmental justice topics (like blogs).
In-person or virtual events where youth can share their stories related to environmental issues.

2024-09-20 14:05:38 UTC

Try and engage people to commit to your cause or solution like social media

2024-09-20 14:05:40 UTC

On a smaller scale, it is important that—when you are in the room with the people in power—you know how to balance respect and confidence. Speak to them firmly, let them know you have the right to be part of that conversation; but simultaneously respect the experience and knowledge they have, and listen with the intent to listen.

2024-09-20 14:05:51 UTC

You could garner support from local leaders or from the general community before presenting your ideas to the policy makers. Aswell as presenting well argumented and well structured ideas.

2024-09-20 14:05:55 UTC

I would simply remind them that any idea should be considered as clearly they don’t have a great plan and it’s not working, and that we are both human beings with the same experience of the world.

2024-09-20 14:05:57 UTC

To ensure that adult policymakers hear the voices of young people, I would create formal channels for youth engagement, such as youth councils and forums. This approach allows us to present our ideas directly to decision-makers. I would also leverage social media campaigns to amplify our messages and collaborate with supportive adults to strengthen our advocacy. My solutions would include both short-term actions, like organizing workshops for immediate skill development, and long-term strategies, such as advocating for policy reforms that address our needs. This dual approach ensures that our voices are not only heard but also integrated into meaningful policy changes.

2024-09-20 14:05:59 UTC

Stand up

2024-09-20 14:06:00 UTC

we can use social media to the fullest and utilize it by putting out our ideas in the form of video and anything to the public. Through it we can collaborate with others, get help and some interested adults may also helptake our ideas forward

imanfadhli05 — 2024-09-20 14:06:03 UTC

Engage with local environment NGOs as a way to gain legitimacy by having them advocating the changes that our organisation had been able to do.

2024-09-20 14:06:04 UTC

Education & Training Programs:
Provide education on policy-making processes, civic engagement, and leadership for young people. This could include partnerships with universities, NGOs, or government agencies.

2024-09-20 14:06:05 UTC

Internet connected everyone no matter on race, language and cultural. We could create multiple communities in each category, to help the people who needed.

2024-09-20 14:06:06 UTC

Compiling a presentation recording the progress and impact your youth-led organization has made and presenting it before starting the discussion. It will allow the adults to see the change you have spread in the world and make them take you more seriously.

2024-09-20 14:06:08 UTC

to make our voices heard in the roundtable discussion, we should appeal to pathos by sharing personal impact stories that highlight the urgency of environmental issues affecting our generation, while also using logos to present data-driven solutions and compelling statistics that demonstrate the effectiveness of our innovative ideas.

2024-09-20 14:06:15 UTC

make yourselves strong and fort to speak up against the older speakers saying that even if they have experience they are having only " tunnel vision and what they only must "

2024-09-20 14:06:16 UTC

First, use research and data gathered by professionals. This allows you to become more credible. Second, partner with youth alliance orgs and use social media platforms to raise awareness and voice a common goal/problem.

2024-09-20 14:06:18 UTC

I would ask for a chance to present our ideas to them and share our ideas and justification from them. We can also share our experiences with them and show them our enthusiasm and passion for politics. In terms of allies we can join with other local organizations and share our ideas with them, justify the and also share it on social media so that we can get a lot of perspectives and show them that we too are just as capable.

2024-09-20 14:06:20 UTC

I would be consistent in my communication efforts

2024-09-20 14:06:27 UTC

. As young people, we may not have as much experience, but we bring fresh ideas and new ways of thinking. We have studied the issues, and our solutions are based on science and facts.

We are not alone in this. We have support from groups, experts, and the public who believe in what we are doing. Together, we can make a big difference for the environment.

We also know how to use social media to share our message and make people care about these issues.

2024-09-20 14:06:28 UTC

I would do thorough research and present credible information in a logical and convincing manner.

Jayant Krishnan

Grade 5b

Dia Barsha

Dubai

2024-09-20 14:06:29 UTC

Iyad

To prove we are knowledgeable we can try to debate

2024-09-20 14:06:30 UTC

By using statics, numbers and credible videos which shows the real changes. Plus making social campigns to raise awareness or unite with and ONGs. Knowing the audinece to connect with them

2024-09-20 14:06:30 UTC

I would :

Implement the strategy in a particular area, to prove the plan's success rate.

Also, use social media to get public support.

2024-09-20 14:06:33 UTC

Utilize Media and Technology

Digital Storytelling: Use platforms like YouTube and Instagram for storytelling. Encourage youth to share personal experiences related to environmental justice through video content.

Storytelling Techniques

- Collective Narratives: Compile stories from diverse youth perspectives to showcase the multifaceted impact of environmental issues. Use this compilation as a powerful advocacy tool.

- Visual Art: Encourage youth to create art (e.g., murals, photography) that reflects their environmental concerns, using these visuals in campaigns and discussions to evoke emotional responses.

2024-09-20 14:06:34 UTC

Interact with policy makers who are more supportive of youth and start programs with them so that it would show the trustworthiness of the youth and could help convince policy makers who are doubtful.

naho_kawamoto_26 — 2024-09-20 14:06:39 UTC

We should show passion and energy as much as possible. Although we have technical data, and success and want to be on their level, it's highly likely that policymakers allowed us to join the discussion, mostly because they want to show a representation of youth and energy expected from our generation.

2024-09-20 14:06:39 UTC

You can effectively use media, technology, and storytelling by leveraging social media platforms to share engaging content like videos and infographics, making your message more accessible. Personal stories that highlight the human impact of environmental issues create an emotional connection, while short documentaries or interactive tools can visually demonstrate the importance of your policy recommendations. These approaches make your proposals compelling and harder to ignore.

2024-09-20 14:06:40 UTC

We can make our ideas hit home by using storytelling to show how environmental issues actually impact people in our communities. Sharing personal stories makes things more relatable and harder to ignore. Plus, we can grab attention with social media campaigns, quick videos, and interactive presentations to get people interested and excited about what we're proposing. By using these tools, we show that we’re not just talking – we’re bringing fresh, creative ideas that actually connect with people in real ways.

2024-09-20 14:06:42 UTC

Taking the youth seriously is crucial. No one can understand them better than other youth themselves. So it is crucial to have people from the youth while making a decision. Using social media, and campaigning sites to spread awareness of including youth while making decisions for youth.

2024-09-20 14:06:44 UTC

While social media can be useful, it can also be censored at times thus the youth should hold gatherings with those who have similar interests. These gatherings can then influence the older generation as it will show the cooperation and collaboration the youth have with each other rather than being divided. During these gatherings, we can present posters with data and action plans to further back up what we want to do with evidence.

2024-09-20 14:06:45 UTC

We can use the internet and use TikTok and YouTube and have ally go accounts focusing on what we are trying to do

agarwalnavya987 — 2024-09-20 14:06:46 UTC

Having really strong ideas and ensure they are a good addition to the discussion. Also ensuring that these points are strongly backed with evidence and data to make your arguments more convincing and harder to knock down.
Liaising with professionals in the field who are more likely to listen and engage with youths (eg: in a discussion about environmental policies, collaborating with influential figures such as Greta Thunberg can enhance your credibility)
Having a strong social media backing can be useful to enhance your credibility in the topic being discussed. To do this, having many projects and initiatives regarding this can be useful.

2024-09-20 14:06:50 UTC

Attending conferences and forums to connect with professionals and other youth advocates. Building relationships can enhance credibility and make higher ups believe that our opinion matters.

2024-09-20 14:06:52 UTC

A good idea to convince everyone is by expressing a project were we all win. Adults tend to be more interested in money and their own beneffit for age reasons, and depending in the country on their social status, so, for this reason, the best option is to convince them that they will beneffit from a proposed project, even if it is economically or by giving them recognition.

-Fortunato

diab200374 — 2024-09-20 14:06:55 UTC

Use social media to gather and gain supporters and then use them to convince and prove that we are the new generation and we are better and we can make policies

2024-09-20 14:06:58 UTC

Use social medias to make big global community. It will be easier to make difference if there are varius voices. That way you can recive recongnition worldwide.

2024-09-20 14:07:01 UTC

As part of our youth-led organization, we're stepping into a significant opportunity to discuss environmental justice with local policymakers. It's clear, though, that some of them may underestimate our input due to our age. Despite this, I know we bring fresh, innovative solutions to the table. Our youth does not diminish our capacity but rather enriches our insights, giving us a unique perspective on the urgency of today's environmental challenges

2024-09-20 14:07:01 UTC

Use tech platforms like twitter to reach out to people and create communities. Which can together help influence the government decisions.

2024-09-20 14:07:03 UTC

There is power in numbers, use platforms like social media (TikTok, like Kamala HQ), partner with youth NGOs, use political tools like petitions and protests to convey the need for more youth representation!

2024-09-20 14:07:06 UTC

Establish permanent youth councils at local, national, and international levels that are formally recognized within legislative or policy-making bodies.

These councils should have a direct voice in decision-making processes.

2024-09-20 14:07:10 UTC

Kenzy

Research and understand the issue

Build a strong argument

Follow up

2024-09-20 14:07:17 UTC

To make our voices heard, we would have to push our ideas through social media in order to utilize the fact that most of the youth is on social media, maximizing our chances of reaching our ideas

valentinagomezgarcia — 2024-09-20 14:07:19 UTC

We can use not only social media but websites that have a greater reach to the government and other people to express our thoughts and ideas. Also, pairing with campaigns and standing up can really help our voice be heard and respected by others older than us.

2024-09-20 14:07:19 UTC

Since the youth are familiar with social media and technology, that can be used to leverage ourselves into a position of popularity. In turn, this can help the youth gather together and have a voiced opinion when it comes to policymaking. Moreover, it is really important to use numbers, statistics, pathos, ethos, etc.. to convince older policy makers - with their own language - and reach a suitable, balanced policy that adheres to what the youth and elderly agree to.

2024-09-20 14:07:19 UTC

Start talking loudly and clearly

2024-09-20 14:07:20 UTC

Seek support from well-known activists, academics, or industry professionals who support youth leadership in policy.

2024-09-20 14:07:22 UTC

We should establish our credibility and seriousness through our posture, tone of our voice, contents of speech, etc. We shouldn't feel intimidated or like we don't belong among older policy makers. We should use facts and statistics to back up our main points to prove we're knowledgable and use media effectively to raise our voice.

2024-09-20 14:07:25 UTC

Something a bit specific but effective that a person can do is to be active when the other policymakers are presenting. asking sharp and tough questions can make you stand out and make others respect your opinion. The questions you ask can show the extent of your knowledge.

2024-09-20 14:07:31 UTC

Our message could be spread through the aforementioned social media, but also through various campaigns, starting locally, then expanding globally, for example on the website

2024-09-20 14:07:37 UTC

Identify older people within those spaces who are open to your suggestions, reach out to them, and build a strong collective voice whose voice, reach, and impact is amplified to the fullest possible extent.

2024-09-20 14:07:44 UTC

Be confident, and stay focused on your topic. Don't be distracted by any adults that point out you lack of experience. Use numbers and statistics to further push your points and move forward to a final policy without irrational arguments or policy workarounds. Keep a goal to what you want to achieve with the policy and find out an action plan to persuade the adult policy makers, and make connections to understand who they are, and what they respond to.

tayalsheryl — 2024-09-20 14:07:46 UTC

To ensure youth voices are heard and to amplify the messages of youth; it is vital to engage and make allies with NGOs or organizations that prioritize youth involvement.

2024-09-20 14:07:46 UTC

I would be confident with my pitch and back up my ideas with statistics. I would collaborate with known donors in order to increase the sense of security.

2024-09-20 14:07:47 UTC

I would respond to that by using the technologies of the new world which older politicians may not understand, to empower us and help us make an impact.

2024-09-20 14:07:48 UTC

I think social media is very underrated, everyone knows that our generation is technology generation, so youth people is more capable of share ideas through this, I think we should take in consideration this opinions, because you can't ignore this opinions only because its from social media. Like the rest of us, we should encourage the acceptation and modernization of society

2024-09-20 14:07:52 UTC

experience even from a young age is important, engaging in different societal aspects helps with being more credibility and understanding, we can amplify our messages through getting higher level people such as politicians or head of school involved especially ones who listen and are willing to take action

2024-09-20 14:07:56 UTC

I think that social media is a good way for young people to share their ideas. Of course, there will be people who disagree, but I think that that is part of the social media experience

2024-09-20 14:08:00 UTC

Hi everyone, I really consider that the young generation is very creative and very used to social media. And since we have the courage to interact with others, through platforms we can create iniciatives

2024-09-20 14:08:03 UTC

Salvador Dueñas Cassal

I would became a politician, and then make sure to slowly by sections in my country to make laws and spaces for the youth to make opinions and to reflect about them.

2024-09-20 14:08:04 UTC

We can used social network to share the idea

2024-09-20 14:08:06 UTC

Conduct a pilot study, gather data and demonstrate the result through social media. Ask for support and advice from professionals.

2024-09-20 14:08:07 UTC

I think something that is really important is that you show your passion towards problem. You have to tell people why it is importand and matters. Another thing would follow up, make your self approachable and welcoming let them ask you questions, and show them your work towards the cause.

2024-09-20 14:08:11 UTC

Well as we are young its difficult but we could get more involve and be informed about the situations that happen all around the worls

2024-09-20 14:08:14 UTC

Make my own group of people, fire everyone else, and then in act my ideas. Thatll show them.

2024-09-20 14:08:14 UTC

Integrating well-researched knowledge and utilizing social media to spread awareness and empowerment within the youth.

ak151583 — 2024-09-20 14:08:14 UTC

Ask a trusted adult to advocate for the youth of your community so that other adults can take you seriously.

2024-09-20 14:08:15 UTC

I believe a good strategy would be partnering with well-known organizations who advocate for environmental justice and presenting a well informed argument to show this group knows what they’re talking about.

2024-09-20 14:08:15 UTC

With each generation youth has been becoming wiser and more engaging. The really wise people of power understand that. Those who don’t are simply fools. We don’t need fools listening to us to be heard. As long as you’re speaking there’s someone that cares

2024-09-20 14:08:17 UTC

To make messages more knowledgeable, focus on accuracy by researching and fact-checking information, and using clear, concise language. Offer insightful analysis or context rather than just stating facts, and back up points with examples or evidence. Additionally, consider addressing different perspectives to show a well-rounded understanding of the topic.

2024-09-20 14:08:24 UTC

Reach out to politicians who support the youth and their ideas. You can also try to relate to older politicians by finding events from their lifetime and relating them to things that currently affect youth. Use social media platforms to build larger communities that can help gain support for your ideas.

2024-09-20 14:08:28 UTC

I think its really important to communicate and connect with other generation to prevent generation gaps also the young generation is very used to the media and internet so using these sources is really useful

javierdiaz130079 — 2024-09-20 14:08:31 UTC

Given the circumstances, I honestly believe that we can establish ourselves by showing our initiative to present and implement our ideas. Likwise, in regards to the means we to which we can present our ideas, social media, being a dominant outlet of expression, can be utilized to further push our advocacy. Similarly, the youth can act together in the form of a pressure group to encourage others to align with their advocacy, further strengthening their ideas.

2024-09-20 14:08:35 UTC

Greetings from Copol Ecuador!

My name is Marco Pacheco and I consider that the global society must create international campaigns in which youth people have the opportunity to raise their voices proposing well-prepared speeches they want to transmit with the entire world. Furthermore, following the Universal Declaration of Human Rights that states everyone has freedom of speech no matter their cultural, ethnic or religious background.

2024-09-20 14:08:37 UTC

Recently in our country (Peru 🇵🇪) we are facing an environmental crisis due to many forest fires across the amazon region while the government does the minimum actions to mitigate it, as well, as the news don’t report. As a young generation, we take in account the issue by promoting the information surrounding this crisis through social media by sharing the advancement of the fires and also raising the voice for manifestations against the government desinterest. This way, small actions like these can make a great change.

2024-09-20 14:08:38 UTC

I feel alongside social media, giving it a more personal approach, and taking and effort to go physically and communicate with people and listen to them. Also share our opinion will help create a more holistic understanding between all age groups.

To make the youth heard, there should be an understanding between all..

2024-09-20 14:08:38 UTC

pc2vdz465j — 2024-09-20 14:08:39 UTC

I think it might be really effective to reach out to the people who are close to them who share our ideas. If they won’t listen to us, they might listen to the people that they care about, especially if it affects them.

2024-09-20 14:08:40 UTC

I would make sure to presenti ideas in which young people can take care of the logistic aspects, so that the policymakers feel like they wouldn't have to "waste time" helping us. And I would make sure to keep in touch with them regularly so it isn't easy for them to ignore me

2024-09-20 14:08:43 UTC

I believe there are many ways/strategies that older people take us serious, but one of them would be taking action. For instance, after many of the youth conferences, we are supported to have more youth conferences. Therefore, if we emphasize our speech by doing something and show the result, it would enough strong to be get serious.

2024-09-20 14:08:44 UTC

In order for the youth voices to be heard, we could not only use social media but also public spaces which allow for our voices to be heard out loud by various demographical segments.

2024-09-20 14:08:45 UTC

To ensure the youth voice is taken seriously in policy discussions, we need to develop expertise through research and collaboration to build a diverse youth advisory board. Not to forget partnership with policymakers, NGOs, educational institutions, and media outlets to amplify the message would also be a great way and also Leveraging social media, storytelling, and traditional media to share policy briefs and recommendations. I believe that by utilizing personal narratives, case studies, and data visualization for effective storytelling.

2024-09-20 14:08:47 UTC

Our solutions should be evidence-based and realistic, and spread as far as possible through the use of social media and other methods of digital communication. Instead of feeling intimidated and underqualified, when we base our ideas on evidence and science, it will force decision-makers to start taking us seriously in spaces of power.

2024-09-20 14:08:48 UTC

we could create engaging infographics and videos that present data-driven solutions which incorporates pathos and logos to capture the attention of policymakers and the public.

2024-09-20 14:08:52 UTC

There are more resources available nowadays to get our voices across. I would use social media, look for people who are passionate about the same cause and have them raise awareness alongside me until we are heard.

2024-09-20 14:08:52 UTC

Use social media to convince the people of our opinions importance. Social media has a strong and wide reaching effect. Also, we can create a commity of children that engages in important stuff.

2024-09-20 14:08:53 UTC

Create a massive movement to gain exposure thus getting noticed from the government itself. But we must also make sure that these aspirations that we wanted to achieve are actually positive. We have the upper hand of understanding media and techs, lets utilize it!

2024-09-20 14:08:55 UTC

As we prepare for the roundtable on environmental justice, we'll focus on arriving well-prepared with solid research and data to back our positions. We'll also highlight successful youth-led initiatives to demonstrate the impact of our ideas. Clear and concise communication will be key to conveying our messages effectively, and we'll approach the discussion with confidence and professionalism. By engaging empathetically and emphasizing collaboration, we aim to build a respectful dialogue and show that combining youthful innovation with experienced insights can lead to effective solutions in environmental justice.

2024-09-20 14:08:55 UTC

had the idea to create a social media like a instagram tiktok or youtube to make other members of other communties to join to rise our voices this could make the government to take serious us the youth

2024-09-20 14:08:58 UTC

Instead of focusing on getting my point across I'd point out the ineffectiveness and impracticality of the adults' plan and why it would never work in reality

2024-09-20 14:09:01 UTC

Convince the older gen that you are working alongside them, not against them. Avoiding an 'us vs them' mentality and not replacing the older generation’s ideas but adding value with the new gen mentality and tools available

2024-09-20 14:09:01 UTC

1. Framing Youth Voices as Valuable

• Emphasize Research and Data-Backed Proposals: Before the roundtable, your youth organization should ensure that all proposed solutions are backed by reliable research, local data, and case studies. Presenting evidence-based solutions will help demonstrate that the youth perspective is informed and thoughtful.

• Highlight Real-World Success Stories: Showcase examples of youth-led environmental projects or initiatives that have created measurable change. If your organization or other youth groups have already made a difference in your community, present these stories as proof of your capacity to innovate and lead.

• Use a Collaborative Approach: Rather than positioning ideas in opposition to the older policymakers, frame the discussion as an opportunity for collaboration. Offer to build on existing policies by adding innovative solutions from the youth perspective, emphasizing that cross-generational collaboration can lead to more holistic solutions.

2. Tactics for Amplifying Youth Solutions

• Invite Expert Allies: If possible, invite subject-matter experts who can validate and support your ideas at the table. Having respected environmental scientists or economists back your proposals can make them harder to dismiss.

• Engage Community Stakeholders: Leverage local community leaders, especially those who have benefitted from youth-led initiatives or are supportive of youth participation in policy. Their presence or testimonies can lend credibility to your solutions.

3. Effective Communication During the Discussion

• Lead with Shared Goals: Start the roundtable by affirming the shared goal of environmental justice. This helps to create common ground and reduces the tendency of older policymakers to view youth as adversarial. Emphasize that you’re all working toward the same outcome.

• Use Powerful Storytelling: Share personal stories about how environmental issues directly impact the youth in your community. If members of your organization have been personally affected by environmental injustice (e.g., pollution, natural disasters), use these narratives to illustrate why your voices matter in shaping the solutions.

• Leverage Visuals and Technology: Present your ideas using compelling visuals like infographics, short videos, or interactive presentations. These can capture attention, simplify complex ideas, and show that you are using modern tools to analyze and solve problems.

• Invite Questions and Feedback: Encourage the policymakers to ask questions about your solutions and be ready to engage in a dialogue. This shows openness to their experience and wisdom while also giving you an opportunity to clarify and reinforce your points.

4. Following Up Post-Discussion

• Share a Policy Brief: After the roundtable, distribute a concise policy brief summarizing your key proposals. This document can serve as a lasting reminder of the youth’s contributions and shows a level of professionalism and preparedness that will be respected.

• Offer to Continue the Dialogue: Suggest creating a working group that includes both youth and older policymakers to continue exploring innovative solutions together. This reinforces the idea that youth are serious about being long-term contributors to policy discussions.

Would you like more specific examples for these points, or further suggestions on how to implement this strategy in practice?

2028vitraagp — 2024-09-20 14:09:04 UTC

To be taken seriously and make a difference, I need to take some key steps. I'll stay informed, do my research, and learn from experts. I'll also collaborate with others, including organizations and mentors, and use social media to share my ideas. Sharing personal stories and using technology, like videos and articles, will help me get my message across. By doing these things, I can establish myself as a credible voice and make a positive impact.

2024-09-20 14:09:08 UTC

We believe that to actually get recognition and be taken seriously, we have to first take action and have evidence about a project. This way adults and organizations care able to evaluate the validity of and idea and actually support it.

2024-09-20 14:09:10 UTC

Kabir Ganesh

We could maybe implement all our previous ideas and then engage together to work and contribute on it to make it an improvised version of this. We can also reach out to NGO'S and maybe specific people to help us conduct this research.

paulinacuartasmanzano — 2024-09-20 14:09:14 UTC

We can use social-media to get more ideas from people who have similar thoughts and create a community of people who support them.

2024-09-20 14:09:18 UTC

I reckon that I should be able to know my ideas with complete clarity like the back of my hand.

Now I'm gonna employ the good ol strategy: ethos pathos logos.

Ethos: I want to get atleast a couple of the policymakes on my side

Haseeh -> Informal debate: let's form a nice relationship with some of that with completely non politcal things like family. Now that creates a bond w me and my new buddy the policymaker.

Pathos: Climate -> Climate is a big issue that threatens our wellbeing. Maybe not the older people, they'll be dead by the time we face the consequences, but talk about thier kids, talk about your community, get people who've really been effected to talk about how it affects them personally (kinda ethos)

Logos: Just brains but this should be your final tool when you finally see some cracks in their defences

and boom your in!

2024-09-20 14:09:19 UTC

I believe social media is one of the major things in life right now, which makes it helpful since we can provide awareness to a large crowd of people even in different countries aswell

2024-09-20 14:09:19 UTC

The way us children can make our voices heard by everyone in the world is you have to have the courage and motivation you can attend many international events and stand up for the children of the world and make your voices heard by everyone.

2024-09-20 14:09:22 UTC

I consider that it would be an option to try to reach out local policymakers that look for our community's "well-being" and even to asked our closest adult contacts such as teachers, parents and other relatives to help us reach these people in charge of making these policies.

2024-09-20 14:09:26 UTC

I believe that utilizing social media platforms to convey a message is one way of amplifying our voices. Moreover, using technology in our advantage and benefit, in ways such as online petitions, announcements, technological innovations, videos, etcetera is one way of reaching to the public.

2024-09-20 14:09:26 UTC

I think that by making it a really important deal on social media as well as in person organizing with adults and other people that the youth get to share and be a part of the decision making process and our involvement in thing like the UN or even other organizations that are necessary for our world but first we also need to use technology and social media to our advantage and help spread our ideas

2024-09-20 14:09:28 UTC

A great approach that works both long-term and short-term would be to collaborate with likeminded individuals. This helps the situation become more important and put it on the radar. Age shouldn't be what influences decisions, rather, the viability and the efficiency of an idea should be what determines how good it is. What we really need, is a strong sense of leadership, purpose and camaraderie.

mariahmalik700 — 2024-09-20 14:09:32 UTC

we should organize and establish councils where both the youth and adults can effectively collaborate and share their voices in a balanced, and well-mannered discussion. we should utilize all sorts of media to advocate and spread our knowledge as well as using these forms of media to amplify our voices.

2024-09-20 14:09:35 UTC

Proving your worth

A lot of the times older policymakers have had past experiences with younger ideas but they tend to be unclear and the communication is often where everything goes haywire. The older policy-makers want better policies, it is reasonable for them to choose someone according to what they can assume. The very first thing would be ensuring your ideas are very very clear in your own head and you have to sound like you know exactly what you are talking about. So the next thing to consider would be still looking presentable and speaking presentably whilst proving your ideas are intriguing enough.

2024-09-20 14:09:36 UTC

Saira Dua- Pathways School Gurgaon

We can collaborate with respected NGOs, advocacy groups, and youth organizations that are aligned with the policy goals. Their support adds credibility and reaches a wider audience. We can leverage youth peer networks, therefore we can engage with other youth leaders and influencers to create a unified message that resonates with policymakers.

2024-09-20 14:09:36 UTC

I would say that, like we try to engage in conversations, bigger groups of people. And, just be active in these things like, give speeches, make agreeable decisions for the people, and be open to others. Basically, everyone else would be clocked with you if you are like-minded. This way, you have to fit in into your surroundings, getting recognition. And show that you are knowledgeable and helpful person to others. Everyone would eventually seek out your help, as you shine in the spotlight.

2024-09-20 14:09:41 UTC

Young people today are characterized by being good at using social networks, so young people can create campaigns on social networks giving our points of view and have as much information as possible so that our answers have foundations.

2024-09-20 14:09:42 UTC

1 Be more prepared and knowledgable so that people respect your points.

2 We can get our friends to sign a petition so that they know many people support your idea.

Riaan

timajaber24 — 2024-09-20 14:09:42 UTC

2024-09-20 14:09:43 UTC

we can suggest organizing meetings where both youth and older policymakers get equal time to share ideas, with a neutral person guiding the discussion to make sure everyone is heard.

2024-09-20 14:09:43 UTC

Share your ideas with a broader group of the youth

2024-09-20 14:09:48 UTC

Aleesha Babar:

I would definitely encourage my peers or my friends to form a big group. With more people on the team, we could spread our topic, especially using social media as a way to create an online international forum to discuss and plan out our further actions to send our plan to the UN committee or reach out to other larger organisations (or start one of our own) so that it is ensured that although it may not go global, our topic may reach some global audience.

2024-09-20 14:09:50 UTC

Participate in environmental campaigns to stop deforestation because if we preserve trees we will reduce green house effect.

2024-09-20 14:09:51 UTC

Use data and evidence to back up claims.
Connect ideas to shared values.
Respect experience and build trust.

2024-09-20 14:09:52 UTC

We can use social media, as it is a important tool, to communicate and make our petitions as well to help every person. As young people, social media is one of the best ways for us to express our ideas. Here we can introduce videos, images, proposals, campaigns, and more.

2024-09-20 14:09:53 UTC

I would say if your voice is not being heard then to show: get engaged on a school level, locally, organize events that display rewarding efforts including clean up’s, composting, etc. Putting yourself out there and working with other youths often attracts interests from others. If you want to outreach beyond the local level, find an organization or a knowledgeable source to connect to to help. One example is joining YOUNGO a Youth Climate Organization and putting your own interests of issues to light through utilizing such resources.

rishijanardhanan1178_ — 2024-09-20 14:09:54 UTC

RISHI - THE PUPIL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

MY IDEAS:

The youth can create impactful narratives using platforms like YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok to showcase their contributions to environmental policy and activism. Personal stories, creative visuals, and well-produced content that highlights real-world impacts of environmental issues can resonate with a broader audience, including older generations
We can use tech tools like GIS (Geographic Information Systems), data visualization software, or AI to gather, analyze, and present environmental data in innovative ways. For example, creating interactive maps to show the impact of pollution or using data modeling to forecast climate trends can provide clear evidence to support policy proposals
Hosting online courses or webinars on sustainability topics via platforms like Coursera, Udemy, or YouTube establishes youth as not just learners but educators who can contribute to shaping the discourse on environmental policy

2024-09-20 14:09:56 UTC

Making a website that's accessible for all ages to initiate and start different businesses to build connections. Also, social media would play a great factor.

ryansalazar200429 — 2024-09-20 14:09:58 UTC

I believe the best way to make sure that the youth are taken seriously is power through numbers.

As much as policymakers may ignore the youth on the basis of "lack of experience," I think the best way to tackle it would be through citing textual evidence, like we are experienced with in the IB program, and furthermore focusing on raising awareness so that we cannot be ignored.

Quite often, policymakers looking down on people is often due to bias and we won't be able to win their hearts over through simply screaming, so I believe we should leverage short-form videos and use the persuasive techniques of pathos, logos, and ethos to make a good argument.

The important thing we should always know is that there is always a court of public opinion, and as students intrinsically connected to and who grew up with the internet, we should leverage our connection and unity to win over people's hearts.

2024-09-20 14:09:58 UTC

Bye

2024-09-20 14:10:00 UTC

there is so much opportunity in organization and lobbying-- especially with the power of social media, now more than ever we have countless chances to team up with like-minded people, amplify our voice through channels like social media, public events and engagements, and ensure accountability from those in power.

2024-09-20 14:10:00 UTC

As students, we have a unique perspective on the challenges and opportunities facing our society. It's crucial that we not only find our voices but also create platforms where we can express our ideas and advocate for the changes we believe are essential. How can we actively engage in conversations, raise awareness, and mobilize our peers to ensure that our voices are heard in decision-making processes? Let’s explore innovative ways to amplify our messages and drive meaningful change together.

2024-09-20 14:10:02 UTC

In Bangladesh many students did not like how the government was formed which why they tried to connect with other students through social media. The government then realised social media was too strong and had to shut down. Which is when the students took action for their voices to be heard. It is important to acknowledge that many people from older generations do not accept accept policy change but younger people are trying to change the world for the better and they should be heard.

2024-09-20 14:10:04 UTC

Younger generations can cooperate with the local institutions to create a website for both sides, and use the fan base the institutions already have to spread your own ideas.

2024-09-20 14:10:04 UTC

contributions to the environment and raising awareness in different aspects helps amplify our voices also getting people with high positions involved can also help us get our voice heard

2024-09-20 14:10:06 UTC

A structured approach to addressing this challenge begins with identifying the core issue or the reasoning behind why one’s voice may not be heard. In this case, the problem could stem from the generational gap, as the prompt suggests that older policymakers may not always align with newer ideologies. So, what is the solution? I believe that data often speaks louder than words. Presenting well-researched numerical evidence is an effective way to convey your point and foster understanding.

2024-09-20 14:10:07 UTC

Videos are a great way to attract an audience, as a tech-savvy student from MYP3 I feel like a video that has a to the point motive and engaging music would not only help you raise your voice, but also present you as someone who can easily motivate and give opportunity to the various policies that can make our environment beautiful and enhance the overall well-being of our ecosystems.

2024-09-20 14:10:08 UTC

As an IBDP2 student from Lebanon, I understand the challenge of being overlooked in discussions about environmental justice. However, our generation is deeply connected to the reality of climate change—we are the ones inheriting its consequences. We bring innovative, research-based solutions and a long-term perspective that is crucial for shaping sustainable policies. Dismissing youth voices limits progress. We are not just participants in this discussion; we are key stakeholders in shaping a future that affects us all. Respecting and engaging with our ideas will lead to meaningful, long-lasting change.

2024-09-20 14:10:11 UTC

I believe young people and other people who are interested in environmental causes should join together because as a group we can force adults to listen to us,

2024-09-20 14:10:12 UTC

Social Media is a perfect tool to communicate our ideas, among the last years it has been evident that social media can reach the entire world... so creating a huge community of young thinkers can allow us to shout out ideas that can go viral and start a political movement of young ideas

2024-09-20 14:10:15 UTC

It might be a good idea to use social media, but it can also be easily censored, so we can work with other adults who are interested in this issue so that those who don't want to hear our young people's opinions or don't think it's very helpful can see this and hear our opinions.

goyalriddhima20 — 2024-09-20 14:10:16 UTC

Gather like like-minded young people passionate about sustainability and pool our skills and creativity to work on practical solutions that don't require formal approval from adult leaders.

We could also leverage social media platforms like Instagram, TikTok, YouTube, etc. to raise awareness and promote our ideas since social media has a huge amount of reach and people all over the globe can view our ideas.

2024-09-20 14:10:20 UTC

.In order to position yourselves as knowledgeable and credible contributors, I think you should engage with others. Whether it is online or face-to-face. One small detail can change a person's mind at least a little. I think you should also be careful with your wordings, and your expressions. Cause, it is easy for posts to get removed because of one tiny mistake. Make sure to build trust and a relationship with others

2024-09-20 14:10:21 UTC

First, we would explain people our ideas are coherent and can contribute greatly to the community despite being young.

5th grade

Saint Andrews School

Bolivia

2024-09-20 14:10:25 UTC

Social media may have over change us how we thinks

dhhyanidama — 2024-09-20 14:10:25 UTC

I believe the best and most effective way to address our thoughts and ideas to the more experienced ones is to listen to them. A good communicator is the one who is a good listener. Credibility will form once they realize that we aren't as rebellious or immature as they think and can contribute valuable inputs to an environmental injustice issue. Other than that, we should try and explain to them how we have the upper hand due to the exposure that we receive due to social media, making us have a very technocentric and practical approach towards the problem. To create even more credibility and awareness, I would first approach the audience who actually understands the value of a hashtag in a post, US. Once we all get together, it will definitely be the first step to find a solution.

2024-09-20 14:10:27 UTC

Mona katerji

We can have really strong ideas to ensure they’re a good enough addition to the converstation. In addition to that , you’ll need to ensure that these points are strongly backed with evidence to make your arguments convincing enough for people to listen.

2024-09-20 14:10:29 UTC

Social media is a must when it comes to creating a public image of yourself and gaining credibility, so I would have to promote myself and my goals on social media and gain a reasonable following to gain some leverage over my idea. Along with that, I would try to partner with local NGOs or organisations just to gain that little bit more of credibility -preferable these organisations would have to be influential such as UNICEF. Lastly, tieing in with the social media idea, creating engaging content by storytelling - just to gain more of a following.

2024-09-20 14:10:30 UTC

It’s important to communicate using proper language as well as making sure to have factual evidence by using knowledge learnt by research as well as school

2024-09-20 14:10:31 UTC

We can use Media, Technology, and Storytelling to Make the Message Compelling. Furthermore, Confident Call to Action.

2024-09-20 14:10:32 UTC

I believe that using evidence and data can greatly assist in carrying the message of the youth-led organisation across to older policymakers. In addition to the speeches and presentations themselves, the allies partnered with the organisation can add credibility and support to the words of the youth. For instance, innovative companies who have put together initiatives that have sparked discussion in the space of environmental justice can be engaged and their story heard, and obtaining their support for the innovative policies and ideas that the youth organisation thought of.

Moreover, the use of technology and storytelling to carry forward the ideas expressed can be very useful in making one’s voice heard. As an example, it could be possible to model the effects of the recommended policies and changes, predicting scenarios that could happen, with the help of scientists who are willing to support the cause. This could provide older policymakers with a realistic portrayal of the effects of the policies recommended, even though they may not think that the youth organisation has enough experience.

davidbarriosluna — 2024-09-20 14:10:37 UTC

To ensure youth voices are taken seriously in policy discussions, we need to institutionalize youth participation by creating advisory councils, setting youth quotas in decision-making bodies, and holding youth-led consultations.

2024-09-20 14:10:37 UTC

Agryanna Srikania (Indonesia)

By using the storytelling technique, like by using a real life situation that can relate to everyone so the majority of people, hopefully everyone, can understand the points you want to make.

To make allies, having good ethics and a trustable reputation are also important to show that you are mature and serious about said matter.

2024-09-20 14:10:37 UTC

I would say that we can emphasize on the fact that as a youth run body be value individuals and and we take everyone's ideas before we take a collective decision and also that we are the buffing generation that is able to relate to both an older and younger generation so when we promote our organization on social media we won't just use ideas that are valued by the teens but also by adults and use the fact that even adults are engaging with us as proof that even adults engage with us willingly

ayaanakumar5 — 2024-09-20 14:10:40 UTC

To position myself as knowledgeable and credible contributors to environmental justice, focus on research and expertise, highlight youth advocacy examples, and emphasize collaborative solutions. Engage with non-profits and NGOs, influential public figures, and media and digital platforms to amplify my message. Use data visualization, narratives, and interactive media to make your policy recommendations more compelling. Utilize infographics, visual presentations, and storytelling to explain complex issues, and share personal stories of how environmental injustices impact youth and future generations. These strategies can make the issue feel more urgent and tangible.

2024-09-20 14:10:46 UTC

We need to use social media not only for entertainment, we need to use to teach but no like the classes or educational content, if we use the entertainment to teach and learn the educational sistem can be better

2024-09-20 14:10:47 UTC

So, I will be using Model UN techniques and I will try and interact with them personally get to know them and then propose my ideas.

sonyasahira — 2024-09-20 14:10:48 UTC

Even though adults in this world tend to put down our voices due to "Lack of Experience". It is important for us to bring, plans to the table as this can give us a variability that we might not have had, before. It would also be valuable to express any past experiences, sometimes with adults I have learned you have to be a bit forthright to get your perspective shown.

2024-09-20 14:10:49 UTC

(From a multi-grade group in Connecticutm USA, 5th-12th):

Persistance
Being serious and having facts, speaking clearly and with strength
Using a variety of platforms and presentation types (visual, physical, poems, videos, etc.)
Using our voice to uplift opportunities for upcoming generations
Protest with my generation

2024-09-20 14:10:49 UTC

I think that older people dont like to listen to us cause they believe that they know more and that is cause they grew up believing that the other people know more.

2024-09-20 14:10:53 UTC

To ensure that an older, more experienced person takes your ideas seriously, present your proposals in a clear and reasoned way, using facts and concrete examples. You demonstrate respect for their experience and expertise, and show a commitment to listening and adapting your ideas based on their feedback. This not only validates their perspectives, but also strengthens the credibility of your own ideas.

- Fabiana Bazurto, from Ecuador (Copol)

2024-09-20 14:10:55 UTC

Making personal connections with the other policymakers can be a great way to gain recognition. People are more likely to respect you and to realize your knowledge if they know you personally.

2024-09-20 14:10:56 UTC

It can be used effectively, as communication is the essential pillar of human beings. With social media platforms we can generate common thoughts in societies, we can give a message, we can be heard better, we can use social networks to be able to communicate ideas so that they can be heard and supported by others. Even being able to share ideas with NGOs so that they can be disseminated globally.

sonyasophelia — 2024-09-20 14:11:10 UTC

Well I think that Bangla desh as a country has shown that the students showed the contry that longer people have a voice that needs to be heard.

ssw7zb8pwk — 2024-09-20 14:11:10 UTC

To position ourselves as knowledgeable and credible contributors, we focus on expertise, reliability, and engagement. We build deep knowledge through continuous learning and training, ensuring our insights are up-to-date.

2024-09-20 14:11:26 UTC

I would try to take myself out of the idea. If I used relevant research or explained the idea in a non-face-face meeting the older adults may not pay attention to the fact that I was younger. Then I could take credit and in the future they may be more open to listening to younger people.

2024-09-20 14:11:30 UTC

From my point of view, it is also important to create bonds between educational systems and in this way creat relationships with people of many different places to construct like a bigger young voice. We know that we live in a globalized culture so if like we share ideas or thoughts we will have better chances or opportunities to be listened.

2024-09-20 14:11:32 UTC

using social media platforms to encourage young people while they have fun, creating a easier way of learning how to work with different global issues since you are young.

This could be by creating communities, accounts and other things.

kmcelvain001 — 2024-09-20 14:11:34 UTC

I think there are many ways but some are to stand up, speak loudly & clearly, and have facts. Another one is to get multiple people on your side. My last one is to have a problem and an idea to fix it.

2030himanid — 2024-09-20 14:11:35 UTC

Having our voices heard is an extremely important thing, as your voice is basically your identity and it's hard to see that ruined for you. To help your voice being heard, you should make sure that whatever you want to convey is detailed, and uses proffesional skills. This gives you respect, and it could also get you higher into the heirarchy. You can also use social media to do this, and try coping with trends to attract a publicity. -Himani Doshi

2024-09-20 14:11:36 UTC

The most important thing is to gain sufficient knowledge on a similar level as the adults, further developing a trusting relationship between the adults and the youth. We need to have adequate knowledge and have a proper discussion with the adults and not be discouraged just because we need to have sufficient knowledge to have an appropriate conversation with the adults.

2024-09-20 14:11:37 UTC

We could create social media accounts that focuses on spreading youth perspectives and opinions. Using social media would be extremely helpful.

2024-09-20 14:11:37 UTC

i would use social media like Instagram to reach more people and make a bigger impact

2024-09-20 14:11:41 UTC

It is commonly known that actions speak louder than words, so showing older changemakers that we have made an actual impact with real life evidence to prove our credibility. This can help us improve relations and then furthermore allow us to actually get a seat at the table and make our voices heard as an equal.

2024-09-20 14:11:43 UTC

To make our voices heard, we should speak up our ideas and participate in activities where you feel you will be able to make a change or understand. A video or website on social media can be created which may help each one's voices be heard.

- Miraya Patel from Mumbai, India

2024-09-20 14:11:44 UTC

Isabella Carisse Aesquivel: Assumption College IB DP1

We can be seen as a Credible and reliable source by first researching about what we want to to tackle knowing that would help us be knowledgeable about the problem we will be tackling.

Allies we can use is those who belive in the same advocacy as us as well those who could help influence our mission.

We can also use social media to spread the news of what we are advocating by creative idea way of showing it by video or posts.

2024-09-20 14:11:50 UTC

The problem at hand is striking a balance between student and adult engagement, as a proofing system becomes a must to create a student forum. Worldwide leaders must be elected, and can then form a council that will tackle climate change and other pressing environmental issues. They can then work with the UN Climate Agency to create a lasting impact

2024-09-20 14:11:58 UTC

I think that to make sure our voices are heard in discussions about environmental justice, we could start by really learning about the issues and sharing our personal stories to connect with people. We should build a team with supportive friends and local groups, and maybe find some experts who can back us up. i also think using social media and videos could help us get our message out there and tell real stories about how these issues affect our communities. In discussions, we should listen to others, ask good questions, and follow up with policymakers to keep the conversation going. Plus, attending local events and organizing workshops could really help us engage the community and show that we’re serious about these topics.

2024-09-20 14:11:59 UTC

we can utilize social media as a way to help spread out ideas as youth since social media can be used as a way of communication which can spread the word of the youths to all types of audiences

lavanya308170214 — 2024-09-20 14:12:01 UTC

We could use humour becaus ea lot on indian speakers use that in politics no matter what their age and it is a very successful and convincing technique. However, just giving the solution isn’t convincing enought, we need to provide a plan, we need to show that we have things figured out, because if we dont, then the older policymakers have more reason to refuse our solutions.

2024-09-20 14:12:07 UTC

create a social media to help others

2024-09-20 14:12:08 UTC

As young people we can spread our message through social media to encourage other people with the same opinions to support us and start a work together. Social media is young people territory. Young people can make a change through it.

2024-09-20 14:12:16 UTC

Using some more aggressive and forceful ways such as petitions and strikes would be more effective as it would exert more influence, especially when young people lack other legitimate way to express themselves.

2024-09-20 14:12:22 UTC

I think that it is really important to have everybody involved in the discussion about our world. We should let parents first begin to listen to children’s voice. Now it seems to immature for children to talk, but they actually brings great ideas. Parent and child could really have conversations about the current world, and in this way people can combine innovative thoughts with social experiences, leading to great and suitable ideas!

2024-09-20 14:12:22 UTC

Create independent bodies or partner with NGOs to track the implementation of policies influenced by youth voices, ensuring that promises made to youth are fulfilled and their suggestions are acted upon.

2024-09-20 14:12:23 UTC

To amplify the youth voice, it's crucial to partner with established youth advocacy organizations like UNICEF, local NGOs, or national youth councils, as they already have platforms and expertise in policy discussions. Additionally, building cross-generational alliances with educators, community leaders, and policymakers who support youth causes can further validate and strengthen youth-driven initiatives. These allies help ensure that youth perspectives gain wider visibility and impact.

2024-09-20 14:12:33 UTC

Building on to all the ideas above, I think that children should be well informed and educated of what's happening around us in order to be able to make decisions and our voice to be heard. Without knowledge, it is difficult to make such decisions.

Moreover, we, or specific chosen students, should have the access to some data regarding issues we are concerned on and some NGO's or organizations so we can have alliances with the ones we are most interested in.

Finally, social media, technology, etc can help us to share our ideas and also there can be a website or a section of the newspaper dedicated to students who are activists so we have a better way of putting forth our ideas.

2024-09-20 14:12:45 UTC

As Young people, school can help us providing tools like knowledge and orientation to start our way impacting our own community and thinking in others.

2024-09-20 14:12:55 UTC

I understand the feeling of not being heard. However, we need to understand that we are not alone and there is always someone who has the same idea with us. Thus, I think we should collaborate with other people with the same idea as us, whether it is our friends or familes or a social organization. Next, I think using social media to spread awareness is really useful. I think we could set up a specific account on Instagram or Twitter for our cause. Then, by using that account we could send posts and reminders to people out there about environmental awareness.

2024-09-20 14:12:57 UTC

Partner with recognized NGOs related to environmental justice with experts who can support us with professional knowledge, research, experience, and amplify our voices.

2024-09-20 14:12:59 UTC

Hi! We are from Ecuador, answering to question 3, we can use technology as social media to create short story tellings that will cause awareness in our community and let know our policymakers our support and desire to change our future with responsability and love❤️.

2024-09-20 14:13:08 UTC

Speak confidently. Use evidence and logic to persuade the speakers. Organize your words.

2024-09-20 14:13:13 UTC

One strategy to ensure that our voice is taken seriously in policy discussions is to join as a community with our strengths and abilities, therefore we are going heard all a round the world.

2024-09-20 14:13:16 UTC

In my opinion, sharing our ideas to people that are close to them would be a great idea to them to hear our voice, but some times this actually don't work because they just ignored it. The social media could be a better way to them to hear our voice, and more people can catch the attention of our ideas. T.A

2024-09-20 14:13:28 UTC

To be heard at a table of people who don't care about my ideas, I would capture the order of people's attention. I will use social media to spread my valuable information because that will create a bigger community and that community will also share its ideas.

2024-09-20 14:13:32 UTC

Persistence!!!

2024-09-20 14:13:37 UTC

Several modes of communiaction such as social media in todays world, may help combat this issue however not being recognised is also a major constraint, so maybe they can be a more offical approach through documents and campaigns which may also incorporate peoples perspectives and ideologies based on the same. This may add on to the cause and need for such change if more people are influenced and the younger generations can also contribute for it as at the end of the day, they are the real changemakers of the futures.

- Rhea.K

2024-09-20 14:13:39 UTC

Technology offers immense benefits, such as increased efficiency, global connectivity, and innovation, but it also presents significant challenges. Privacy concerns, the digital divide, and environmental impacts like e-waste are pressing issues that need to be addressed. Additionally, the rise of automation threatens traditional jobs, while ethical concerns surrounding AI continue to grow. Despite these drawbacks, technology remains essential for solving global problems, from healthcare to climate change. To navigate these complexities, a balance must be struck through proper regulation, education, and a focus on sustainable practices that ensure its responsible use.

2024-09-20 14:13:40 UTC

I would use social media to reach a wider audience and coordinate with philanthropic organizations to be taken more seriously.

2024-09-20 14:13:44 UTC

Im Charlotte, I think that by addressing the problem at its root, for me it is important to hold workshops to educate young people on how policies are made and how they can influence them.

Greetings from Copol Ecuador 🐢🐢

2024-09-20 14:13:51 UTC

I believe as youth, we have to come together. Often not taken seriously, if the youth comes together we can make change. Young people, often influenced by social media as a major platform for communication should take this to their advantage. Spreading their ideas and opinions with people just like themselves causes an amalgamation of ideas; of what we think. What we already use on a daily basis (social media) is our strength, just like adults take their corporate jobs or simply their degrees as a strength; this is ours too. Let's use it. Let's make this happen together.

2024-09-20 14:14:12 UTC

Bryan Iñigo and Camila Pacheco The use of technology is key for the solution of this problem:

Long term solution: By implementing new strategies we may include a QR system that can be scanned and lead the user to a website in which all young voices share their ideas.

Short-term: Taking avantage of social media platforms we may create distinct accounts that foster other country's policies

HuzaimSulaiman — 2024-09-20 14:14:23 UTC

Rallying more young creators through social media, research and communication skills will help display the younger youth's strength more.

Additionally, displaying cold hard facts, statistics, numbers which the adults can not go against will also help disprove them.

Being confident, unified, and voicing our suggestions clearly with a unified front is also a great way to convey our ideas.

In conclusion, the MAIN aspect to focus on to be recognized more, is through COLLABORATION. Collaboration through social media, apps such as youtube, tiktok, and communicating with other youthful individuals is the best way to convey our ideas and be taken seriously, so that we can slowly crack the defenses of the adults opposition.

2024-09-20 14:14:27 UTC

Reema Alamoudi

We should set up councils for youth and adults to have respectful discussions. Using different media, we can share ideas and amplify our voices. A clear structure will help ensure everyone can participate. Would you like to discuss how to do this?

2024-09-20 14:14:45 UTC

In order to be heard by the older generations, we must establish a link between our forms of communications in order for them to perceive us as wise and somewhat mature, therefore our ideas can be acknowledged. This could be set up using proposals to put our ideas and suggestions out there and by capturing their attention using their areas of interest

2024-09-20 14:14:59 UTC

use social media to have a bigger impact

2024-09-20 14:15:04 UTC

The youth could aid seniors by combining the latest technology with current initiatives, increasing their participation and significance in discussions.

2024-09-20 14:15:07 UTC

To ensure that the voices of our youth are respected in policy discussions, we must conduct credible research, develop data-driven arguments on youth issues, and share personal experiences that demonstrate how policies affect young people.

We should also engage in organizations, educators, and local community leaders who can support the initiatives I stated above. Moreover, since social media has become significantly widespread, collaborating with influencers who are willing to openly advocate for the same reason, can do so via their social medias, like Instagram and Tik Tok. This helps amplify our message, reaching a broader audience and convincing others to show our strengths and important in policy-related decisions.

2024-09-20 14:15:14 UTC

Hi again! I am a fourteen year old girl from France who believes that children’s voices are underestimated in our day and age. I think we can make a real difference , especially since most of us are unbiased. Thanks!

2024-09-20 14:15:28 UTC

To ensure our message gets across to those in power, A multi pronged approach must be taken. I would recommend starting a social media campaign because even if they ignore me, as democratically elected officials they are held in power by the people they serve.

Furthermore you yourself must be a reputable voice within the community. This can be achieved via involvement within the various technological and social solutions.

Finally, change doesn't have to come from those in power. While it is certainly a good path to take. We live in a world that we can shape ,and so every personal change counts towards our wider goals. This change can be amplified through inspiring others to follow in your stead.

2024-09-20 14:15:30 UTC

using social media to tell our story and our purpose and reach out to potential collaborators from around the world. sharing ideas so we can build connections and also make us heard. social media is a great way to attract an audience by using hashtags but also making reels which are trendy and short but also informative. a lot of young people use social media so we can relay our knowledge and experience to others and communicate with each other.

arshianair2 — 2024-09-20 14:15:47 UTC

one of the main issues to be tackled was to make sure our voices are heard over to help get our point across to people who we could say are generations above us. Using reliable sources and evidence such as statistics and a growth timeline that is well fleshed out, we could help predicted a future of the project, that would satisfy everyone and make give a practical approach

2024-09-20 14:15:47 UTC

Hi i´m Gabriel,

Older people tend to distrust younger ones because they have a really closed mindset, I think in order to solve this we need to demonstrate what we are capable of in forums such as this one, the amazing opportunity this brings to our future as gen z people is amazing.

Social media use is THE thing in our generation, we know how to better use it than any other group of people, we should take advantage on this in order to better share our ideas.

Greetings from Copol, Ecuador 🐢

2024-09-20 14:15:54 UTC

I, as a young environmental activist and the founder of GlobalEarth.Green (www.globalearth.green), I strongly believe that to show everyone that we youngsters are capable of being involved in solving these issues is to create a platform where we can share our ideas and activities that are related to tackling climate change. These ideas/stories can be posted in instagram/YouTube. This will show the world that we youngsters are capable of doin this! These ideas/can be shown to big govt. bodies or funding companies to help increase the reach of the platform/initiative, hence enabling us to be involve in the policy making.

ababnehraghad08 — 2024-09-20 14:15:59 UTC

I think students and teachers should work together more closely, creating an environment where learning is a shared journey. By encouraging open discussions, asking deeper questions, and collaborating on projects, we can build stronger relationships that make the learning process more dynamic and engaging for everyone and I think students and teachers should collaborate more, not just in the classroom but also through social media. By using platforms to share resources, discuss ideas, and give feedback outside of school hours, we can build stronger connections and make learning more interactive and engaging.

2024-09-20 14:16:11 UTC

Collaborate adults opinion and we can make some decision or discuss between us.

I know that the use or incremental technology of social media is not good influence for our youth and childhood. But the generations are changing and also the social treatment is on the way to change little bit on. So the world have to admit the changes and make moves and stand for it.

I’m just giving my opinion, thanks.

-Lina

2024-09-20 14:16:34 UTC

As youngs, we should take matters into our own hands and use our own voice to spoke out with adults, try to write letters to persuade others, create websites or use social medias to express your own thoughts, give speeches to your classmates, parents and everyone near us, take action now.

2024-09-20 14:16:35 UTC

Saint Andrew’s school La Paz Bolivia

We, as young people, part of Bolivian society, have the opportunity to give our opinion about our country and city.

2024-09-20 14:16:42 UTC

it means taking in consideration ,skills and values for the youth and for them to have the right tools and opportunities to engage and collaborate with society and for them to have a voice of their own and making them involved in decision making ideas for their community

2024-09-20 14:17:00 UTC

I think if we are going to convince someone, first we had to think about helping to the planet and the way that we will do it as young people

2024-09-20 14:17:13 UTC

This is something that recently went over while studying for my computer science exam and I was coincidentally pondering upon the concept of digital citizenship and how we can use it wisely. So, we could develop proposals on how to teach digital citizenship in schools, ensuring that future generations are not only literate in media and technology but understand its political implications. This approach positions us as a visionary in the political-tech sphere.

Vedhashree

The Pupil International School

2024-09-20 14:18:04 UTC

In order to let our voice noticed we need to use the social media as this is the most effective way to communicate and let the older know our point of view and make it valid so we can use aur ideas for the future and present, also we need to be known trough conferences, campaigns and more that secure that our ideas can be taken for everybody and let our voice noticed.

José Jiménez, student from COPOL, Ecuador.

2024-09-20 14:18:07 UTC

When we use some traditional ways to share our thoughts, many people aren't actually able to connect or relate to what we are sharing, and people love getting entertained so we should breakdown our issue that we are advocating for, into smaller and easily relatable messages, and share them in form of musicals, dramas, plays, dances, that are catchy and at the same time share the message. Additionally, most of the youth loves performing arts, that would intrigue more students to join and creates a greater impact on the audience and listeners, because you don't voice out just to share, but for the person to remeber you and touch their hearts.

2024-09-20 14:18:28 UTC

Hello my name is Sarah Icho. i wasn't added to a breakroom but i would still like to take part of this activity.

As young people, our voices should be heard, even if we often feel overlooked. One way to address this is by leveraging the power of social media to raise awareness about the issues we care about. Through online platforms, we can create movements, share ideas, and connect with others who share our concerns. Even if some adults don’t take notice at first, other young people might, and collectively, our voices will grow louder until we can’t be ignored.

Another effective approach is to present our ideas through well-researched projects that include data and statistics, demonstrating that we are informed and serious. When our arguments are backed by facts, it becomes harder to dismiss our perspective.

Additionally, collaborating with youth organizations or forming alliances with groups that advocate for change can amplify our efforts. By working together, we can increase our reach and impact. Finally, participating in local government meetings or town halls, and using platforms like podcasts or video blogs, can give us direct access to policymakers, allowing our ideas to enter real-world decision-making spaces.

2024-09-20 14:18:37 UTC

We are from Bolivia and in the school we think that first we can reduce the contamination , second we can change the education been open minded so when we grow we can change better and help more than now.

syedaaamnaali04 — 2024-09-20 14:19:18 UTC

I believe that focusing on social Media is not a quite efficient way to reach out to Senior/Older Generations as they already don't use much of social media as newer generations do. Therefore in order to leave an impact on them and prove ourselves, I believe that we should start by taking smaller steps and actually achieving something which can vouch for our beliefs, and experiences. This way we can slowly progress our way up to the expectations of the Adults and meet their intellectual and experiential level.

Moreover this can help us gain recognition in the newspapers as well which i believe are very commonly read by the older generations.

2024-09-20 14:19:27 UTC

To collaborate and amplify our voices for older policymakers we have to utilize tools that can connect different demographics, like social media. In addition, all polices and ideas presented should be up to date and purely data driven for more reliable and accurate results.

2024-09-20 14:19:28 UTC

Social media distracts all young learners and drags them forward to some type of content .One the thing that raising your voice can bring millions of opinions to solve the given problem.Politics sometimes brings up conflicts, wars, then to civil ones.

2024-09-20 14:19:33 UTC

This last weeks in Bolivia all are forests were deforestaded and all our biodiversity diying And I think that all our community can participate in environmental campaigns

2024-09-20 14:20:33 UTC

A group of the PYP exhibition in the saint Andrew's school we present to Argentina, all the groups create the actions were: do a message in the agenda, do a podcast and publícate to the social media to do a change, pout 6 comments of the lunch of your kid’s. We are kid’s and we can aport the world.

2024-09-20 14:21:05 UTC

I think that everyone is able to deliver their voice in many different aspects but it’s important to consider the different ages and understand the people around us mindsets so that you know the way to present your point of view.

2024-09-20 14:21:41 UTC

Saint Andrew Nicolas Chavez: We ere student of Bolivia we have a opinion that in Bolivia we are Savin fires in the forest and in the school Saint Andrew we dined for the kid. I will put poster in my neigborhood.

26edricchandra — 2024-09-20 14:22:43 UTC

Create a petition and gather signatures from adults and conduct surveys to gather data to show how serious the environmental issue is.
Approach local experts who are likely to support your idea and request a testimony from them.
We can also use social media by creating content/posts to spread awareness and asking friends, relatives, and connections to help repost and to increase the reach of audience.
Collaborate with local/international organizations that are focusing on the issue to help support your idea, through their platform and submit evidence to the policymakers to show that the idea is not just based from made up evidence.
Working together with the local news can also help reach audiences and promote the idea.
Focusing on creating your idea viral through social media platforms should also be a priority as policymakers tend to take action only if a certain case goes viral, especially in countries like Indonesia.
We can position ourselves to as knowledgeable and credible contributors by referencing our data and information from experts in the field of the environmental issue.

goyalriddhima20 — 2024-09-20 14:22:48 UTC

As the founder of Heart 4 Animals, which is a youth-led organization that focuses on making a difference in the lives of stray and rescued animals by providing them with essential care, love, and support by giving them food, medicine, and helping them find a forever home. From organizing feeding drives, donation drives, fundraisers, and supporting vaccinations, we aim to ensure every stray animal gets the love and attention they deserve.

I believe youth-led organizations like mine can make a difference in raising awareness and making a difference.

Heart 4 Animals Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_heart4animals_?utm_source=ig_web_button_share_sheet&igsh=ZDNlZDc0MzIxNw==

Website: https://msha.ke/heart4animals

2024-09-20 14:23:48 UTC

To make adults take youth voices seriously, they must learn about teens' mindsets and that not all of them are empty thoughtfully. And while being in a discussion teens or young people mustn't talk and share their thoughts all the time, they should share their opinions whenever it's the right time to, and not talk about unimportant ideas, and always stick to the point. Also, with the presence of social media these days, more young people should make videos and posts about important issues they face.

2024-09-20 14:27:44 UTC

ISYPO

webpage: https://isypoweb.wixsite.com/home

SYPO is a global platform that empowers and engages young diplomats from diverse international schools. Founded with the vision of fostering meaningful dialogues and collaborations among youth, ISYPO facilitates various initiatives and events that address pressing global issues. Through conferences, panel discussions, and exchange programs, ISYPO provides a unique space for students to explore and understand the complexities of international relations and diplomacy. With a commitment to promoting cross-cultural understanding and inspiring positive change, ISYPO serves as a catalyst for young leaders to contribute actively to building a better and more interconnected world.

2024-09-20 14:28:55 UTC

I believe that it is crucial to link key issues and problems affecting youth from all around the world. If there is a problem that we need to address, we need to have examples and stories from multiple sources across the globe. This proves that the issues we bring up are affecting a lot of people meaning it is deemed as more important. This might give us more recognition.

2024-09-20 14:34:00 UTC

I'm Aanyaa from Grade 8 (MYP 3).

I think we can convince the adult policy makers to listen to young people by telling them what our strengths are and how we can fill in the gaps in the policies they create because:

Youth are the people who are going to face the consequences of climate change, poverty, and hunger, not the policy makers. We should take part in policy making
Youth are much more imaginative than the older adults. We can think of more innovative solutions that also involve lots of new tech
We know a lot about new tech and are pioneers of some of them. So we can incorporate them.
Youth are great at research and communication.
We can connect with other youth across the world which is like connecting with a fourth of the world population. (that's a lot)

Even though these do sound great, it's probably best if youth don't take all decisions because we're still not as responsible and aren't really that aware of a lot of world issues than we should be.

2024-09-20 14:34:17 UTC

I believe that creating a structured proposal and presentation would help in showing our efforts and seriousness to the policymakers. This is due to the organized ideas that is presented which makes it clear for them to understand our dedication. Moreover, using presentations help us in delivering the information directly with the proper choices of words which aids in attracting them to agree with our ideas during the meeting. Thus, it will be easier for us to convince the policymakers of the weight of our proposal and ideas about environmental justice.

2024-09-20 14:34:51 UTC

it involves recognizing the skills and values of youth, providing them with the necessary tools and opportunities to actively engage and collaborate with society. This empowers them to express their own voices and participate in decision-making processes that impact their communities. Additionally, fostering mentorship programs and creating platforms for dialogue can further enhance their involvement, ensuring that their perspectives shape local initiatives and policies. Najah buhaimed

2024-09-20 14:35:58 UTC

Social media is good because it lets people stay connected and share ideas easily. It can also help spread important news quickly. But it can be bad if it spreads false information or leads to bullying and too much screen time.

rs155579 — 2024-09-20 14:36:27 UTC

I would enlist the help of other political leaders to help support my point because not every leader in policy discussion will look down on me .the more support I have the more I might to say

2024-09-20 14:44:54 UTC

How can you position yourselves as knowledgable & credible?

Get close to the policy makers who are easy to interact with and privately share ideas informally
Implicitly introduce the idea to policy makers in a way that would allow them to come up with the idea or support or provide input to our idea giving them agency.
Using evidence to justify and validate our ideas
Raise the awareness of the community to gain their support.
Discuss policies and add ideas indirectly to convince tthe policy makers to include our voice.
Make the idea relevant to them to compel them to modify according to our voice.
Present the ideas with more pros and less cons in a way that would be convincing.
dress the part, play the part (focus on non-verbal communication)

What allies can uyou engage to help amplify your message?

Experts
Community
People with high influence

How can you effectively use media, technology and story telling to make your policy recommended more compelling?

Use of various media
Using storytelling to make the idea relevant, and relatable.

2024-09-20 14:46:38 UTC

Dhanika Singh

I believe that various methods can be used to make sure that Youth Leaders are actually heard in policy making decisions.

Our Body Language and tone describe our position and character in any conversation. Utilising this can help young people portray themselves as confident individuals who are capable of participating in important decision making processes as they have creative, new solution to bring to the table.
Connections: Creating connections is an extremely helpful extra effort that youths can take to ensure that they are heard. Having a person on the inside, or someone who will support your ideas gives you a sense of confidence to speak up for yourselves, and such confidence is important to convince older people that just because we are young, does not mean that we are reckless.
To show credibility, young people can show some certifications they might have received by participating in different competitions.
Social Media: Young people can use social media to establish themselves as people who are serious and worth listening to, leveraging these platforms to make connections.

asmakadi984 — 2024-09-20 14:50:50 UTC

To position yourself as knowledgeable and credible contributors, focus on building deep expertise and regularly share high-quality, well-researched content that provides real value. Engage actively in relevant communities by offering helpful insights, and always cite reliable sources to back up your claims. Be transparent about your qualifications and willing to correct mistakes, showing that you are trustworthy. Collaborate with other experts to boost credibility and consistently seek feedback to improve. This approach demonstrates that you are informed, reliable, and dedicated to contributing meaningfully to your field.

2024-09-20 14:57:05 UTC

I suggest going step by step, start slowly taking action even before they recognise us. We need to prove our worth, and show how much we can change and help our community. For so long, youth did not have place in decision making, and it is time we change that. However, we must be aware that this change will take some time, especially in parts of the world where change gets slower.

We need to stay focused and persistant until our voices are heard💫

2024-09-20 16:24:43 UTC

The younger generations are often dismissed, however I believe it is in youth that creativity flourishes the most. We think outside of the box, so I believe we will be able to produce innovative ideas on environmental justice.

Thus, I believe we can stop the drowning of our voices by collaborating with NGOs that focus on youth empowerment. These organizations are not only advocates for young people, but they also provide the platforms, resources, and networks needed to amplify voices of the youth.

-Samaira Gupta,

Indus International School, Pune.