Reimagining Civic Engagement Amid Violence: An Ecuadorian Youth Activist’s Perspective
Morgridge Center for Public Service
Event Details
Date
Monday, October 12, 2026
Time
4-5 p.m.
Location
Round Room, 1st Floor, Armory and Gymnasium (Red Gym)
Description
This session examines how youth-led advocacy organizations in violence-affected places in Ecuador contribute to reimagining civic engagement and participatory governance. Participants will explore how young leaders navigate structural violence and adult centrism to advance human rights and peacebuilding agendas. Drawing on case-based insights, the session highlights youth leadership as a critical driver of democratic resilience and social transformation. They will also engage in an interactive g
Cost
Free
Contact
Accessibility
We value inclusion and access for all participants and are pleased to provide reasonable accommodations for this event. Please call 480-528-1044 or email halker@wisc.edu to make a disability-related accommodation request. Requests should be made by Today, September 28, 2026, though reasonable effort will be made to support late accommodation requests.