Why is it important that young people vote?
Voting is a right, is easy to do and is free. It is an opportunity for young people to be proactive and be a stakeholder in their society. The more young people who vote, the higher their issues will be on the political agenda.
Voting in an election gives their representatives a mandate for action or change. It provides leverage to make a difference. If the turnout rate among young people increases at the next election, their issues will become more valued. But if the majority of young people continue not to vote, then many politicians are more likely to ignore them because politicians are influenced and listen to the groups of society who elect them.
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