In October 2025, the second elections for Local Youth Councils and Municipal Youth Councils will take place. This process is a new opportunity for young people to take charge of their participation and strengthen their role in the development, implementation, and monitoring of youth policies, plans, programs, and projects. However, do all our young people even know what a Youth Council is? We know that information about this body is often unclear or inaccessible, which can make the process seem more complicated than it actually is.

Therefore, this ABC of Youth Councilors was created as a practical and straightforward guide to understanding how these bodies function, what responsibilities councilors have, and what tools exist to drive real change. Here you will find everything from basic leadership concepts to strategies for planning and executing youth projects. We will also discuss the barriers young people face in participating and how they can overcome them, as well as explore innovations in the electoral and digital spheres.

Youth participation is not just a right, it's a powerful tool for transforming our environment. This document is for those who want to be part of the change and make a difference in their communities. It's time to act!

In addition to this booklet, which is technical, later you will find a guide with practical exercises to do alone or with your group of friends.