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The World Youth Movement for Democracy (WYMD) is a global community of
youth and their allies working non-violently for democracy. It was founded
by a group of young people, like you, who believe in and work for fair
elections, free speech, and human rights. They believe we can be stronger
by working together.
The WYMD belongs to its participants and is open to anyone committed
to the principles and goals of the movement.
The WYMD is a meeting space for the free exchange of ideas. It is a network
that links like-minded youth with each other, with resources, and with
opportunities. It is a community whose members work together and support
each other in solidarity.
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For the full answer to that question, read the founding statement of the World Movement for Democracy, from which the Youth Movement emerged.
By definition democracy means participation of the people in decision-making.
In short, the Movement believes that no one culture has a monopoly on democratic values, that the desire for freedom is universal, and that nothing can justify the violation of human rights. Its members believe in building democratic structures where they don't exist and strengthening them where they do.
The Movement is not about holding up one model of democracy as THE path for every country, but rather about promoting certain values in all societies, including human rights, the rule of law, a strong civil society, autonomous media, the empowerment of all citizens, government transparency, and civilian control of the military. More...
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