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YoungUP: Promoting political participation and co-design for young BIPoC

About YoungUP

YoungUP is a nationwide project dedicated to promoting the political participation and co-design of young people with their own or family migration or refugee experience. The project targets BIPoC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) aged 17 to 35 and offers a variety of workshops, training sessions, and events to strengthen their agency and political influence.

Key Products and Services

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Workshops and Training: YoungUP offers 8-9 month programs consisting of community weekends, digital workshops, and (partly) public events. These programs are designed to empower participants to discover their political skills and actively initiate change[2][3].
Professionalization of Engagement: Specific workshops and training are offered for BIPoC who are already active as volunteers to professionalize their engagement and deal with possible hostility[2][3].
Empirical Study: Accompanying the practical work, the scientific staff of the Expert Council for Integration and Migration (SVR) is developing an empirical study that provides new data on the political participation of young people with migration or refugee experience[2].

Main Mission and Values

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The main mission of YoungUP is to encourage young BIPoC to actively engage in politics and make their voices heard. The project advocates for a diverse and fair politics in which all people and social groups feel represented and heard. YoungUP emphasizes the importance of co-determination, participation, and a sense of belonging[2][3].

Sustainability Goals and Initiatives

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YoungUP works to strengthen social cohesion by promoting the political participation opportunities of young people with migration or refugee experience. Through the empirical study and practical programs, a better understanding of the conditions, challenges, and opportunities for political participation is to be created. This is intended to support future initiatives to promote political participation and make the political landscape more diverse and representative[2][3].

Project Advisory Board and Network

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YoungUP is supported by a project-related advisory board consisting of young and diverse members from the fields of politics, science, and civil society. This advisory board ensures regular exchange of experiences and the further development of the project[2].

Through YoungUP, young BIPoC have the opportunity to develop their political skills, engage in constructive debate, and initiate change. The project makes an important contribution to creating a more inclusive and diverse political landscape in Germany.

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