The Policy & Intergenerational Dialogue Team focuses on translating not only research findings but also youth perspectives into actionable policy recommendations. They conduct policy analysis and develop long-term solutions for policy issues, and then insert these insights into the larger policy discourse by engaging with stakeholders directly or presenting at international conferences and events. This team bridges the gap between research and action, engaging with global decision-making spaces to advocate for policy changes that reflect the voices and priorities of young people from the Global Majority.
Policy Brief
A decolonial reading of the UN80 restructuring plan and the funding architecture behind it, with recommendations for inclusive, non-performative decision-making on peace and security.
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The article examines how transitional justice in Colombia plays out in the municipalities that were affected the most by the internal armed conflict - places where courts are distant, officials rotate frequently, and…
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The rapid rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology in the last few years, if not adequately regulated and understood with historical and social contexts, could have detrimental effects on people and the climate…
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The youth have always been the voice of reason in every generation. The youth of this current generation are some of the most fierce advocates for their causes, but are still excluded from decision making which directly affect…
Policy Brief
In the context of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70) and global commitments to gender equality, these findings underscore the urgent need for governments and international institutions to move beyond consultation…
Article
In January 2026, United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement operations in Minneapolis, Minnesota, resulted in the detention of several Indigenous individuals. Of those included, enrolled members of the Oglala Sioux Tribe …
Research Article
When I initially came up with the idea of writing this research paper on how decolonisation in India has taken place, what practices it has implemented, and whether the postcolonial identity has affected foreign policy decisions…
Research Article
This paper examines how higher education in Gaza operates as an anthropological site of resistance rather than mere adaptation. Drawing on Ahmed Kamal Junina’s study, Displaced but not Replaced (2025) and broader crisis-education…
Research Article
The 2024 Novi Sad mobilization in demand of justice for 15 civilians who tragically lost their lives to a collapse in infrastructure evolved into a globally-recognized movement against corruption, authoritarian populism, and…
Research Article
The United Nations Youth, Peace & Security Agenda was adopted in response to growing recognition that young people are disproportionately affected by conflict while systematically excluded from decisions that shape war, peace…
Research Article
Decolonising monitoring, evaluation, and learning (MEL) is increasingly recognised as essential to producing evidence that genuinely reflects local realities. In practice, however, many MEL processes continue to rely on standard…
Research Article
Somaliland’s pursuit of international recognition offers a distinctive lens through which to analyse the intersections of decolonisation, self-determination, and the legal-political entrenchment of colonial-era boundaries. Having…
Policy Brief
This policy brief recommends concrete actions to advance decolonisation through youth-led efforts. By centring youth agency and dismantling colonial power structures, stakeholders can enable sustainable and equitable progress…
Research Article
This policy brief explores how media coverage reinforces this neocolonial asymmetry and outlines recommendations for decolonising humanitarian journalism to better represent the agency, resilience, and complexity of affected…
Research Article
This article explores the African Union's (AU) pivotal role in advocating for decolonization and equitable reforms within the United Nations (UN).
Research Article
In the pursuit of limiting global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels by 2030, there is an increasing reliance on environmentally focused projects, particularly those necessitating minerals for the energy transition.
Research Article
The Brazilian government failed to not only protect the Amazon rainforests and its indigenous community but former president Jair Bolsonaro’s government perpetuated the deforestation of over 7600 sq. km in nine months (Barreira &…
Research Article
These territories highlight the ongoing legacy of colonialism, where U.S. geopolitical and economic interests continue to shape local governance and economic inequalities.
Research Article
This article will explore the various types of decolonization and examine Dr. Enriques’ explanation of how local human rights defenders challenge the previous norms to work to bring back their Indigenous or historical roots.
Research Article
This article aims to explore the ICC's arrest warrants through a decolonial lens, highlighting how these warrants reflect and perpetuate colonial structures while proposing pathways toward more inclusive justice.
Research Article
Transitional Justice (TJ) refers to a set of practices and institutions designed to address histories of violence, repression, and human rights abuses, often implemented in societies emerging from conflict or authoritarianism…
Research Article
This article examines how youth-led movements reshape Sudan’s socio-political landscape through grassroots activism, humanitarian initiatives, and digital mobilization.