Expansion of the opportunity to participate in the Olper Youth Parliament: Students from other municipalities also invited

Olper Youth Parliament expands circle of participants

In a remarkable development, the Youth Parliament in Olpe is opening up to more diverse participation. The recently adopted change in the rules of procedure now allows not only young people who live in the Olpe urban area to join the parliament, but also those who are registered in neighboring communities but attend a secondary school in the city and are younger than 17 years old. This innovation is intended to ensure that a wider range of voices and perspectives are included in the decision-making of the Youth Parliament. Tanja Antekeuer-Maiworm, the Youth Parliament's contact person in the city administration, emphasized the importance of this change for democracy and the representation of young people in the region.

The Youth Parliament has long been committed to the interests of young people in the Olpe urban area. The expanded catchment area also helps ensure that schoolchildren Pupilswho live outside of Olpe but go to school here are given an active say. This multifaceted participation is crucial to ensure that the interests and concerns of all young people are adequately taken into account. By opening up to new members, the diversity of opinions and experiences in the youth parliament will be expanded, which will lead to a more diverse and inclusive representation of young people in Olpe.

The decision to extend membership of the Youth Parliament to students who live outside the city but attend school in Olpe is of great importance for promoting democratic participation among young people. By specifically seeking opportunities to increase representation and expand the sphere of influence, the Parliament will enable young people in Olpe to actively participate in political processes and represent their views. This inclusive approach not only strengthens local democratic structures, but also helps to promote young people's sense of responsibility and engagement.