Recalling the importance of respect for human rights, including in times of pandemic, the Advisory Council on Youth has issued a statement in which it invites member states to continue protecting young people’s rights, especially those of vulnerable and minority groups, and to promote their democratic participation.
In light of the changes young people can effect through their crucial action, the statement underlines the need to safeguard the existence and sustainability of youth organisations by providing access to funding and other forms of support.
For the Advisory Council on Youth, young people are a resource in times of crisis; this potential should be nurtured and young people’s access to rights secured.
The opinions expressed in the current statement are those of the Advisory Council on Youth (CCJ)
and do not necessarily reflect the official position of the Council of Europe or its member states.