The Political Power of Women and Young People: Lessons from Key Elections
Channel: Keseb Global
Date: 2024-03-30

On March 28, 2024, Keseb hosted a timely discussion on the political power of women and young people, with a specific focus on lessons from recent key elections in Argentina, Indonesia, and Poland. 

Sadia Sindhu Khosa, Executive Director at the Center for Effective Government at the University of Chicago moderated this discussion. She was joined by: 
(1) Natalia Herbst from Argentina, Director for Latin America Strategy and Development at the Apolitical Foundation; 
(2) Andhyta Firselly Utami from Indonesia, Co-Founder of Think Policy Indonesia; and 
(3) Katarzyna Batko-Toluc from Poland, Programme Director at Citizens Network Watchdog Poland.

Argentina, Indonesia, and Poland recently had consequential elections in which women and young people played a pivotal role. These elections serve as a testament to the influence of women and young voters in shaping the political landscapes of their countries. This virtual discussion delved into the intricate dynamics at play, exploring how women and young people contributed to electoral shifts in the three countries.

This conversation was part of Keseb's 2024 Mega Election Year event series.

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