Organizations in the United States

Youth rights as a philosophy and as a movement, has been formed and is led by a variety of individuals and institutions across the United States and around the world. In the 1960s and 70s John Holt, Richard Farson, Paul Goodman and Neil Postman were regarded authors that spoke out about youth rights throughout society, including education, government, social services and popular citizenship.

The National Youth Rights Association is the primary youth rights organization for the youths in the United States, with local chapters across the country and constant media exposure. The organization known as Americans for a Society Free from Age Restrictions is also an important organization. The Global Youth Action Network engages young people around the world in advocating for youth rights, and Peacefire provides technology-specific support for youth rights activists.

Practice:

1. Answer the following questions and write a brief essay on one of the proposed topics for discussion:

1) What is the aim of youth rights movement?

2) What is ageism? Have you ever experienced it? When?

3) What are civil rights of young people?

4) Are there any organizations in our country protecting youth rights?

5) Is it necessary to protect youth rights?

6) Are there any obligations and duties for young people?

7) What are the areas of activity of International Youth Organizations all over the world?

2. Find out information about Youth organizations in our country. What are the spheres of their activities? Are they the organizations to defend youth’s rights?

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