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Young India Foundation

India’s driving social-economic force is its youth – and yet, India’s greatest resource is politically underrepresented.

Young India Foundation is a non-profit, non-partisan organisation making Indian politics more youth-inclusive through helping young candidates contest, generating research, and building political sensitivity. India’s youth, over 670 million people below the age of 25, accounts for an astounding 34% of India’s Gross National Income. Regardless of being a massive economic force, only 2.2% of the low

er parliament is under the age of 30. To qualify as an MP (Member of Parliament) or an MLA (Member of the Legislative Assembly) you must be at least 25, and you must be 30 years old to be nominated for the Rajya Sabha, making it barely possible for any youth to represent the needs of the rising generation. The age to qualify for MP and MLA positions must decrease. Our society has an ageist bias that is preventing the country’s progress by suppressing the voices of the youth. The stark lack of youth representation results in little political priority to serve the needs of the youth. It’s time that India’s youth get the opportunity to create and implement change focused on the development of their generation. It’s time for the change makers to be heard.

20/11/2025

YIF and the Centre for Youth Policy were honored to have been invited to the Asia Democracy Assembly represented by our colleague Kriti Tiwari.

A week at ICSW 2025 was a reminder that democracy is being rewritten at every level, from how we fight disinformation to how we imagine youth participation and rebuild civic trust. The conversations underscored a simple truth: civil society isn’t just responding to democratic challenges, it’s reinventing the pathways through which communities demand honesty, dignity, and representation. Grateful for the depth, solidarity, and shared learning this space made possible.

17/09/2025

Happening today! Join .university as we host ’s and .suhel_debbarma to discuss tribal youth politics!

13/05/2025

Does the constitution get in the way of youth representation? What disenfranchisement do young people face when trying to run for public office? Are countries with more progressive laws in regard to candidacy ages truly better for young people?

We had the opportunity to talk about how age of candidacy laws impact youth political representation around the world.

We don’t talk enough about how laws in a variety of countries discourage youth participation in politics—especially the age at which you can contest for public office.

Thanks to UChicago’s Center on Democracy for giving space for a timely discussion.

05/05/2025

Centre for Youth Policy is collaborating with the University of Chicago’s Center of Democracy and co-hosting an event exploring the impact of age of candidacies on youth political representation across the world. Grateful for the Center on Democracy on making this vital conversation happen. The event is hybrid and you can join via Zoom or Rosenwald Hall, Room 015!.

DM us for details!

03/03/2025

🗳️ The Youth Vote: A Decisive Force in Germany’s Elections 🇩🇪

The 2025 German elections have proven one thing: young voters and leaders are no longer on the sidelines—they are shaping the future of the Bundestag. From record-breaking youth turnout to rising representation in Parliament, the new generation is driving conversations on climate action, education, digitalization, and economic reform.

At Youth in the Bundestag: Reflections on the German Elections, Dr. Wiebke Winter and Hrithik Bhasin will unpack the growing influence of youth in politics. How have young voters shifted party strategies? What policies are at stake for the next generation? And what does this mean for the future of German democracy?

Join us for this critical discussion on the evolving role of youth in governance. The future of politics is now—will you be part of it? 🌍🏛️

Reach out to us for the webinar link!

25/02/2025

🇪🇺🤝🇮🇳 As the delegation visits India, we’re excited to host a webinar about the EU’s active tradition of youth in policy help India’s youth find their voice?

On Wednesday, February 26, join the Centre for Youth Policy for an engaging panel discussion featuring Generation EU-India co-founders Manisha Barbara Bieber and Matias Diaz Roqueta as well as the ’s on the participation of youth in policy making.

If you’d like to join, please DM us! This webinar is part of our series we’re conducting in collaboration with .university!

23/02/2025

The Centre for Youth Policy has been hosting a series of webinars in association with .university that has featured young MPs, scholars, activists, and experts on youth representation from around the world!

CYP has an exciting lineup of speakers for the remaining panels!

25/01/2025

Young people have the numbers, the ideas, and the energy to transform the political landscape. This , let’s make sure they also have the power.

Your voice counts. Spend today:
✅ Checking if you’re registered to vote
✅ Ensure you and those around you have their Voter ID cards
✅ Commit to showing up for the next election—whether local or state.

Find voter registration guides and upcoming polls near you on guides.youngindia.foundation.

12/01/2025

Every year on National Youth Day, celebrated on the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda ji, we honor his vision of empowering young people to shape the world. This year, inspired by his ideals and recognizing the power of youth leadership worldwide, we decided to expand our annual Under 30 list beyond India to include extraordinary young leaders from across the globe.

India’s youth make up a significant portion of the world’s total youth population, and their contributions to global change are immense. However, young leaders everywhere—regardless of race, nationality, or background—are shaping policies, driving innovation, and challenging the status quo. This list acknowledges the power of global youth leadership by celebrating individuals from diverse nations, cultures, and political systems who are making an impact in their communities and beyond.

By going global, we aim to shine a light on the shared challenges young leaders face—whether advocating for climate action, social justice, or economic reform—and the solutions they bring to the table. From the youngest members of national legislatures to dynamic changemakers leading grassroots initiatives, this list is a tribute to their resilience, vision, and determination.

As we celebrate these remarkable individuals on National Youth Day, we honor the global spirit of youth leadership that transcends borders. We hope their stories inspire a generation of young people, from India and beyond, to rise to the challenge of shaping a more equitable, inclusive, and sustainable world.

Here are six of our honorees. Let’s celebrate their contributions and continue to support young leaders making a difference! Learn more on our website or in the link in our bio!