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...dialogue. Researchers who chart this so-called "Generation Y" or the "millennials" describe this age group as natural leaders, idealistic, diverse and passionate about making difference. They are also inclusive, working together to raise awareness not only among their own age group but also in both older and younger generations.
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Despite this glowing assessment, statistics in many countries reveal that young adults are considered the least politically engaged members of society. In democratic nations, this is often evident by the percentage of voter turnout for young people, compared to that of their older counterpart. However, this does not quantify the immense contribution that many youth want to make to society. Reports suggest that university students and young adults alike are interested in shaping the world in ways they see as tangible. In fact, in many cultures they are volunteering at an all-time high and are active in the community at the grass-roots level.
Heathcliff Rothman of the United States, a journalist and social entrepreneur, was compelled to explore creative ways to inspire young people to empower themselves and engage in civic learning. One provocative idea he had was to have youth proactively take a stand in their lives and the world by documenting" issues that move them through films. This development was the creation of a youth-oriented outreach called FYI--Film Your Issue. In an "issues-based" film contest, young adults between the ages of...
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