Parramatta Youth Involving In Politics
Parramatta’s Town Hall building. There’s been a lot of commentary in the lead up to this year’s federal election campaign in regards to how young Australians are not engaged in politics. A shocking proportion of young people are not enrolled to vote, with research demonstrating that younger voters do not trust politicians or political parties.
According to Crikey, young people are significantly less interested in politics than older voters. Essential’s polling, from a sample of more than 2000 people over recent weeks, shows dramatic differences across age groups, education levels and even gender on how engaged Australians are. Just 7% of 18- to 24-year-olds said they were "very interested" in politics, and only 26% said they were "quite interested. "John Dip, a 22 year old student at the University of New South Wales, said, “youth and students are not much interested in politics in Parramatta. I believe that politicians should give a voice to young people, so they can say what they want to make Parramatta better and so they can be more interested in politics. ”He further explained that “doing events for youth and sharing some politics news that may interest youth at Parramatta may help young people to be more involved in politics. ” People in Parramatta, and in many other suburbs, were unhappy with the constant leadership challenges.
According to ABC News, Parramatta is one of the most multicultural areas in the country and often dubbed Sydney's second city. Lina Semaan, 24 years old resident in Parramatta said, “I’m not happy with just happened regarding the spill against the prime minister, politicians has to pay more attention about what our people want”The teenage generation in this country are the leaders of tomorrow. Their political attitudes are shaped by unique experiences and diverse backgrounds, so it is essential that they learn more about politics and get involved so they can channel their energies towards effecting a positive change. There are many opportunities to give youth exposure to the political atmosphere. Getting involved in local youth councils or advisory boards allow teens to meet with local politicians and possibly sit in on city council meetings. They are then given a firsthand look at how decisions are made in local government, which is useful for them because they can see how these decisions have a direct impact on their lives.
Young people have different perspectives, and a host of different ideas. By allowing them to voice their opinion on most national issues can open and move the political world forward. This is not only good for society, but necessary for society. If the youth are not allowed to engage with politics now, they may lose interest when they grow up to take responsibilities of society.
