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When Society Leads Youth into Decline - The Prattler
The crime in Kefalonia is not merely an isolated incident of violence, but a reflection of the deeper crisis of values running through our modern society. When young people are driven toward drugs, it is not only a matter of personal choice; the social environment that shapes them also bears responsibility. The lack of meaningful education, the absence of strong role models, and indifference toward the real needs of young people create a dangerous void.By Citizen XOur society often promotes easy success, fast money, and superficial recognition as life goals. Within this framework, many young people lose their sense of direction and seek escape through wrong choices, such as drugs. When schools are reduced to merely transmitting knowledge, and families are unable to provide support and meaningful communication, the problem becomes even more serious.At the same time, we are witnessing a shift in the role models presented, especially to women in modern society. The path to success no longer seems to be based primarily on education, a scientific career, or building a family by conscious choice, but often on the display of materialism and the image of a life filled with luxury and superficial glamour. Social media reinforces this mentality, constantly promoting standards that are far removed from the values that prevailed just a few decades ago.It is therefore necessary to redefine our values as a society. Education should not be limited to grades and degrees, but should cultivate character, ethics, and critical thinking. We need to offer young people meaningful role models in life, not false images of success. If we do not change ourselves, we will continue pushing future generations toward the same dead ends.Citizen X follows the political landscape in Greece and abroad as an active citizen, documenting decisions, words, and silences. He does not look for saviors or easy scapegoats; he looks for patterns, interests, and consequences. He writes for those who want to understand what is really happening behind the slogans. Leave a commentShare
Outcomes from UNICEF's youth forums are thought-provoking
Spiritual abuse, a setback in gender equality, the impact of pornography and the call for more sex education are among the findings of the Save the Children youth conference. One of the conferences was held right here in Hafnarfjörður. Our young people performed exceptionally well. Results from the Save the Children youth forums There was a great deal of consensus across the country regarding the experience of the young people who took part in the Save the Children youth forum on intimate partner violence. Everyone agreed that this was far too common and much more widespread than most people realise. It was repeatedly stated that emotional abuse and controlling behaviour were problems in relationships, but also that the young people were afraid to speak out. In February and up to April 2026, Barnaheill held six youth conferences on sexual violence in young people's intimate relationships, with funding from the Ministry of Justice. In total, around 300 students took part in the conferences, which were held in Hafnarfjörður, the South Coast, Egilsstaðir, Selfoss, Akureyri and Ísafjörður. Location tracking devices, digital violence, pornography and choking Among the findings was that pop culture and pornography have a significant impact on the behaviour, attitudes and demands in the intimate relationships of young people. Technology has an influence in this, and there is a demand to always know where the other person is by having location tracking switched on, e.g. on Snapchat. Digital violence is common, and there is a lot of boys exchanging nude photos of their girlfriends without their knowledge. It is also common for young people to feel pressured to have sex, and to try choking and physical injuries during intercourse. The youth forums were attended by students from the upper years of primary school and from secondary schools, and the gender balance was fairly even. Work was carried out with local contacts, along with staff from the local authorities who work with young people. The findings from the youth parliaments will be presented at a seminar hosted by Barnaheill on Wednesday, 29 April, where professionals, government officials and representatives from the youth parliaments will be invited to take part in a discussion. A setback for equality and conservative attitudes There is a backlash against gender equality on social media, and the sexes are receiving very different messages. Gender stereotypes are shaping ideas of the perfect boyfriend and gir...
Transforming Sri Lanka's political culture -easier said than done
The election of the NPP was a decisive moment in Sri Lankan history, born out of a genuine desire in the minds of the people for a moral government. However, as the cases of Ranwella and Jayakoddy demonstrate, transforming a culture of impunity is far easier said than done.
2025: When Youth Voices Turned into Real Change - Rak Dek
The goal is to ensure that youth engagement becomes a long-term structure, not a one-time opportunity. Conclusion: When Youth Voices Become Collective Power The B.O.L.D. Policy Project in 2025 demonstrated something essential: children and youth are not only the future; they are part of the present.
