The 4th Youth Policy Committee Appoints 13 Private Members Including 6 Youth Members

Youth Policy Deliberation and Coordination, Term of Office is 2 Years

[Asia Economy Reporter Han Jinju] The Ministry of Gender Equality and Family announced on the 16th that it has formed the '4th Youth Policy Committee,' which deliberates and coordinates youth policies, and newly appointed 13 civilian members.

The members of the 4th Youth Policy Committee will serve for two years, reviewing major initiatives in various youth policy areas, institutional improvements, and matters related to policy consultation and coordination among multiple ministries and agencies.

This Youth Policy Committee includes six youth members aged 24 or younger. They were selected through document and interview screenings by the recommendation committee based on youth policy proposals. They have diverse experience in activities such as the Youth Participation Committee, Youth Parliament, and Youth Policy Network.

In addition, seven civilian members were appointed, including experts in digital youth activities, prevention of media overdependence, media literacy considering future agendas such as climate and environmental change response, environmental ventures, and academia.

This year, the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family plans to establish the '7th Basic Youth Policy Plan (2023?2027),' focusing on youth capacity development such as the normalization of the digital environment, active youth participation in climate and environmental crisis issues, and expanding career and job experience opportunities.

Minister Jeong Young-ae of the Ministry of Gender Equality and Family said, "The 4th Youth Policy Committee has been organized by appointing experts from various fields to enhance the practicality of youth policy implementation," adding, "With the active participation of youth members, we expect various policies that can genuinely benefit young people to be realized."

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