Policy Briefs
Short, sourced documents translating youth perspectives into specific recommendations for legislators and agency staff.
Pillar 03 · Policy
The Co-Author Initiative
Most youth participation stops at advice. Co-authorship means young people help write the rules, not just react to them.
Guiding Principle
No policy affecting young people should be created without meaningful youth participation.
The Ladder
From consulted to co-author
Stage 01
Informed
Told what was decided.
Stage 02
Consulted
Asked for input after framing.
Stage 03
Partnered
Shaping decisions alongside adults.
Stage 04
Co-Authoring
Holding the pen on policy language.
What We Produce
Outputs
Youth Governance Research
Comparative studies of how schools, councils, and ministries structure youth power — what works, what is theater.
Model Legislation
Draft statutory language partner organizations can adapt: youth seats with votes, drafting authority, and budget oversight.
Student Leadership Recommendations
Practical guidance for principals, superintendents, and student governments on shifting from advisory to authoring roles.