Barriers to youth engagement in the fight against corruption
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This study highlights the extent to which various socio-economic factors impact on the engagement of young people and proposes a set of recommendations to better address existing barriers or
constraints to youth engagement in the national fight against corruption. For this purpose, a qualitative approach was used and data was collected from 11 focus groups targeting 187 young
persons in all (including those from Rodrigues). Six interviews were also conducted with key stakeholders actively involved in youth empowerment, to have a more precise understanding of the
situation. The collection of data was done from December 2017 to June 2018.
In a nutshell, the research findings have revealed that much has been done during the past years not only to enlist the participation of young persons but also to seek their engagement in promoting a culture of integrity. Yet, the study has also shown that much more remains to be done with a view to meet objectives set towards securing sustained youth engagement. For youth to believe in the fight against corruption, it is crucial to overcome, in a first instance, the series of barriers that might
exist in their immediate environment such as the actual education system, fear to take a stance/ to voice out, the influence of parents and time constraints - though many of them have demonstrated strong willingness to make the difference and be part of the solution as key ambassadors. A bundle of practical measures has been identified to adequately address the barriers in short, medium and long terms.
Keywords
corruption,youth engagement,barriers,Mauritius
Language
English
Publisher
Mauritius Research and Innovation Council
Content Classification
Report
Funding Agency(ies)
Mauritius Research and Innovation Council; Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC)