Youth as agents of constructive social change
Discover how the Bahá'í International Community views youth as vital agents of social change, advocating for empowerment through moral and spiritual education alongside traditional learning.
On International Youth Day, the Bahá í International Community emphasized the immense potential of young people to bring about positive societal change. In a statement on July 10, 2024, they highlighted that youth possess an innate capacity for advancing societal transformation and rendering meaningful service to the common good.
While basic skills, technical capacities, arts, and sciences are crucial, moral and spiritual qualities are equally important in fostering a stable social order. Programs by the Baháí Communities aim to instill young people with character traits such as honesty, generosity, caring for others, and a sense of responsibility. By participating in such training, youth can safeguard themselves against manipulative forces and work towards personal growth and societal transformation.
The Baháí view encourages young people to develop an awareness and appreciation of the oneness of the human family, transcending racial, ethnic, and national divisions, and treating all humanity as members of one family. Youth should be empowered to express their God-given talents and capacities in service to humanity, as selfless service provides meaning, purpose, and stimulus to life, facilitating a transition from self-interest to sharing and caring for others.
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