THE ROLE AND DEVELOPING CHILDREN AND YOUTH'S COUNCIL FOR STEPFORWARDING 21ST CENTURY

Abstract

The purpose of this academic article is to present the role and development of Children and Youth Councils (CYCs) to successfully transition into the 21st-century society. This era is characterized by rapid changes in work patterns and lifestyles. In this context, the social environment has evolved from the volatility of the VUCA era into the BANI era, challenging society with inherent Brittle systems, widespread Anxious feelings, Non-linear complexities, and Incomprehensible situations. The role of Children and Youth Councils must therefore focus on the intensive development of essential 21st-Century Skills among young people. These necessary skills include: Critical Thinking, Creativity, Collaboration, Media and Technology Literacy, Resilience, and Leadership. Furthermore, the development of Life and Career Skills must proceed concurrently, such as fostering discipline, responsibility, effective communication, and the creative application of technology. The enhancement of these competencies is a key factor enabling children and youth to possess the potential for creative social participation and to effectively adapt to and cope with the transformations of the modern world.