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"State Parties shall take the following measures to promote active youth participation in society: They shall: a) Guarantee the participation of youth in parliament and other decision-making bodies in accordance with the prescribed laws; b) Facilitate that creation or strengthening of platforms for youth participation in decision-making at local, national, regional, and continental levels of governance; c) Ensure equal access of young men and young women to participate in decision-making and in fulfilling civil duties. "
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- Everyone has the right to participate in the public affairs of his/her country.
- Election management bodies should ensure that women and marginalized groups participate in the electoral process.
- States should pursue policies encouraging the participation of the youth in public affairs and decision-making processes affecting them.