Policy Art Brief (2): Youth Researchers as Generational “Translators” in Educational Policy

National education policies and curricula play a profound role in shaping the experiences and future of the youth and the communities they belong to. A large part of youth’s lives is spent in formal education, but they have little influence over it. The process of formal curricula development often overlooks the voice and perspective of the young people they are designed to serve. This creates a gap between the educational systems and the needs and communication styles of young learners.