Youth and Critical Thinking: The Future of European Democracy
At the intersection of education and democracy, Cyprus Forum 2025 turned the spotlight on youth engagement and critical thinking as key drivers for Europe’s democratic renewal. MEP Costas Mavrides urged policymakers to equip young people with the tools to navigate disinformation and polarisation, emphasising that critical thinking is essential for sustaining democratic culture. His remarks aligned with the Forum’s broader theme of fostering civic literacy and empowering youth to actively participate in shaping Europe’s future.
Speakers highlighted that education reform, media literacy, and inclusive policymaking must go hand in hand to address democratic fatigue. By prioritising youth dialogue and innovation, Cyprus continues to position itself as a regional laboratory for democratic resilience — where new ideas, civic participation, and policy experimentation meet.
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