Скачать или смотреть A Discussion with Eugenia Olliaro on Youth Engagement | Why Youth Voices Matter in Tech & Policy

Half the world’s population is under 30—yet young people are often left out of the conversations shaping their future. In this episode of Rethinking Tech, Aparna sits down with Eugenia Olliaro, a global leader in responsible technology for children and youth engagement. From her work at UNICEF’s Responsible Data for Children initiative to advising international organizations, Eugenia shares why meaningful youth participation is critical for shaping policies, technology, and data governance.

We explore:
🧒 Why young people are excluded from key decisions—and how to change that
🔍 The risks and opportunities of children’s data in a connected world
🌍 Global examples of countries doing youth engagement right
🗣️ How language, culture, and local context impact participation
👥 What it takes to move beyond tokenism to real inclusion

If you care about the intersection of technology, rights, and the next generation’s voice, this conversation is for you.

🕒 Chapters
00:00 – Why Youth Voices Matter
02:15 – The Power of a Young World
05:40 – Why Youth Get Left Out
09:20 – Kids’ Data: Risks & Rewards
14:05 – Youth Engagement That Works
18:50 – Beyond Tokenism
23:10 – Culture & Context Matter
27:40 – Tips for Policymakers & Tech Leaders
31:25 – Final Call to Action

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Hosts: Aparna Bhushan | Harinda Katugaha

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