Following the unprecedented number of elections in 2024, the geopolitical context for reversing the downward global trend in democracy looks more difficult than ever. At this pivotal time in March 2025, this Wilton Park event in Nairobi explored opportunities for continuing international cooperation to revitalise democratic governance. This is essential to support global efforts to address policy challenges that matter to people.
Promoting Youth Engagement and Employment in Agriculture and Food Systems
Unemployment rates for youth are three times higher than for adults in all world regions, and a vast majority of unemployed youth are young women. Among people who do have jobs, youth have a higher incidence of working poverty and vulnerable employment than adults. Youth also face serious barriers in accessing land, credit, and other productive assets for establishing their own livelihoods, and many young people