Apply for the Youth Land Day Application Today!
In an exciting opportunity for young people in Oberhausen, applications are now open for the Youth Parliament event in Düsseldorf. The deadline for submissions is August 14, 2023.
Three successful applicants will have the chance to sit in the parliament from November 16 to 18, 2023, alongside SPD Members of Parliament Sonja Bongers, Frederick Cordes, and Stefan Zimkeit.
According to Frederick Cordes, the event thrives on young people who are committed to their positions and eager to contribute to the future of North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW).
Typical requirements for youth parliaments in Germany include age limits, residency or schooling requirements, and an application form or nomination supported by a brief motivational statement or essay. A selection process, such as interviews or recommendations, may also be part of the application process.
The event, which will take place in Düsseldorf, will see participants actively shaping committees, faction meetings, and plenary sessions. They will learn about the parliamentary workday during the event and simulate parliamentary procedures while discussing current topics.
Participants can expect to engage in discussions on a variety of subjects, including local youth interests such as education, environment, social inclusion, digitalization, or public transportation. Civic engagement and democratic participation, as well as current political or social issues relevant to young people in Düsseldorf or broader Germany, are also common topics.
Previous debated topics include 'digitization in schools and universities' and making public transportation more attractive.
The Landtag will cover all costs associated with the event, including accommodation. The application process requires the provision of a phone number, address, date of birth, gender identity, educational or employment status, and a brief statement on why they want to participate.
Sonja Bongers believes this is a great opportunity to experience democracy firsthand, with the decisions of the 'Youth Parliamentarians' being presented to the members of the 'actual' Landtag.
For precise details on the 2023 Youth Parliament in Düsseldorf, including exact application procedures and agenda, it is recommended to check official Düsseldorf municipal websites or contact relevant local youth councils or government offices directly. A total of 195 young people will participate as parliamentarians.
- Engaging in discussions on topics such as education, environment, social inclusion, digitalization, or public transportation, the Youth Parliament event in Düsseldorf offers an opportunity for self-development and civic engagement in politics, providing a platform for young people to actively shape committees and plenary sessions.
- The general news surrounding the Youth Parliament event in Düsseldorf highlights the chance for young people to learn about parliamentary work and simulate parliamentary procedures, with the Landtag covering all costs associated with the event, making it an accessible opportunity for self-development within the realm of education and politics.
