The article entitled “Youth Voices in Times of Climate Change: Strengthening Young People’s Political Agency Through Participatory Workshops” was published in the Journal of Applied Youth Studies on 11 November 2026.
The article explored how young people can make their voices heard and strengthen their political agency in debates on climate change, in a context where they are still not fully recognised as legitimate political actors. Through participatory workshops held in two Portuguese cities, involving young people with different levels of engagement with climate issues, the study looks at their suggestions for making young people’s perspectives more visible. It also examines how power inequalities, climate injustice, and the role of communication and education influence young people’s participation. The article highlights the importance of creating informal spaces for dialogue and sharing experiences, helping to strengthen young people’s political awareness and their ability to act as agents of change.
The accepted manuscript of the article is available below and can also be accessed via this link.