Environmental Studies and Forestry

Young people as a political subject in the context of environmental governance

R. Rodela and F. Roumeliotis

This study conducted by Romina Rodela and Filip Roumeliotis delves into the role of youth in environmental governance, highlighting how public discourse constructs the category of 'youth' and the implications for their political recognition. It also analyzes the rise of Greta Thunberg as a pivotal voice for youth climate activists and the narratives around them.

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Abstract

This study investigates the positioning of youth in contemporary environmental governance, focusing on how the subject category of "youth" is constructed in public discourse and its implications for political recognition. It examines the emergence of Greta Thunberg as a voice for youth climate activists and analyzes selected media materials related to international political events. The research addresses questions of recognition, discourse structure, and legitimacy to illuminate the dynamics shaping youth's role in environmental policy and governance.

Publisher

Humanities and Social Sciences Communications

Published On

Jul 19, 2024

Authors

Romina Rodela, Filip Roumeliotis

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