Pillar 02 · Research
Youth Power Index
A 0–100 framework that distinguishes symbolic youth representation from meaningful youth influence. Five categories, twenty points each, one composite score.
Sample Score
Composite YPI Score
47/100
Mostly Symbolic · Trending Participatory
This organization includes young people in visible roles but rarely authorizes them to draft policy or vote on binding decisions.
Category Breakdown
Representation72/100
Are youth present in formal structures, with seats and titles?
Participation58/100
Do youth actively contribute, attend, and engage in deliberation?
Leadership41/100
Do youth chair meetings, lead committees, and set agendas?
Decision-Making34/100
Do youth have binding votes on outcomes, not just advisory ones?
Policy Influence28/100
Do youth draft proposals and shape implementation?
Interpretation Scale
Reading the score
0–25
Symbolic
26–50
Consultative
51–75
Participatory
76–100
Authoring
Evaluation
Five questions we ask
Used by schools, councils, NGOs, and government bodies to honestly assess their own practice.
- 01Do youth hold formal positions in the organization?
- 02Do youth vote on substantive decisions?
- 03Do youth draft proposals, briefs, or policy language?
- 04Do youth chair meetings and set agendas?
- 05Do youth participate in implementation and oversight?