The Congolese political landscape is constantly evolving, and the issue of youth involvement in decision-making bodies is increasingly central. The national coordinator of the Panel of Experts on Resolution 2250, Eddy Yav, recently spoke to encourage the authorities to appoint more young people to positions of responsibility. This position comes in the context of the 9th anniversary of the adoption of Resolution 2250 by the UN Security Council, an international text calling on Member States to promote the representation of young people in decision-making bodies.
The current figures are telling and revealing: only 11.7% of young Congolese currently hold decision-making positions. This under-representation calls into question the need for greater inclusion of young people in spheres of power. Eddy Yav, however, highlights the efforts made by the government to remedy this situation, in particular through the implementation of the National Strategy for Youth Political Participation. This initiative demonstrates a political will to see a new generation of leaders and decision-makers emerge.
The challenge is significant: involving young people in decision-making processes means ensuring a more diverse and inclusive representation of Congolese society. Young people are bearers of innovative ideas, creative energy and a vision of the future that deserve to be integrated into decision-making. By promoting the rise of young people to positions of responsibility, the Democratic Republic of Congo can thus aspire to a more dynamic future that is more in line with the aspirations of its youth.
It is therefore essential that the authorities continue to work in this direction, by promoting young people’s access to decision-making positions and encouraging their active participation in the political and social life of the country. The challenge is not only to give young people opportunities, but also to recognize and value their contribution to the development of the nation.
In conclusion, Eddy Yav’s call resonates as a cry for a more inclusive society that is more representative of its diversity. The involvement of young people in decision-making bodies is a crucial issue for the future of the Democratic Republic of Congo, and it is time to act to give future generations the means to build a country that reflects their aspirations and dreams.