Insights into democracy: young people from St. Marien in Parliament

Insights into democracy: young people from St. Marien in Parliament

In a special event for the young people of the municipality of St. Marien, a visit to the Austrian Parliament in Vienna was on the program. This Initiative aimed to convey an in -depth understanding of the basics of Austrian democracy to the young participants. On an informative tour of the newly renovated building, the young people had the opportunity to experience the different facets of political work up close.

A special highlight was the personal conversation with Franz Ebner, the President of the Federal Council, who also comes from St. Marien. In an insightful exchange, Ebner explained to the young people how the parliament works and his own tasks in the context of this institution. He emphasized the relevance of such visits, especially in times when the trust of the population disappears into politics. "It is important that young people experience first -hand how our democracy works," he said. In particular, the topic of the future of democracy was crucial what he was able to closely closer to the young people.

commitment of the municipality

The initiative was also welcomed by the municipality. Mayor Walter Lazelsberger and Vice Mayor Antonia Illecker emphasized how important it is to give young people attractive access to political issues. "It is great to see that so many young people have shown interest in the exclusive insights that were offered to them by Federal Council President Ebner," said the two municipal managers.

These activities should not only promote knowledge about political processes, but also arouse interest in active participation in political life. Events like this play a central role in sensitizing the next generation to democratic processes and showing them that their voice counts and that change is possible. It remains to be hoped that this excursion is a first step for many young people to deal more intensively with political content and may even be interested in a political career.