The Role of the Young Generation is an Important Key to Success in the 2024 Regional Elections
The 2024 Regional Head Election (Pilkada) in Indonesia will be an important moment in determining the direction of regional development in the future. In this democratic process, the role of the younger generation is very crucial. The younger generation has great potential to become agents of change and contribute positively in creating better government.
The younger generation, often referred to as the “Millennial Generation” and “Generation Z”, make up a significant number of Indonesian voter demographics. Based on data from the Central Statistics Agency (BPS), around 60% of Indonesia’s total population is under 40 years of age. This means that the younger generation has the potential to have a big voice in the 2024 regional elections.
The political participation of the younger generation is not only limited to voting. They can also be involved in various political activities, such as becoming members of campaign teams, volunteer election observers, or even running as candidates. The enthusiasm and energy possessed by the younger generation can be the main driving force in ensuring that the Pilkada process runs smoothly and transparently.
Chairman of the General Election Commission (KPU) of Buleleng Regency, Komang Dudhi Udiyana, emphasized the importance of the role of the younger generation in making the 2024 Pilkada a success. He said that the success of the 2024 Pilkada does not only depend on the role of the organizers, but also on the participation of the younger generation in preparing themselves as future leadership successors. front.
The important role of the young generation referred to here is to maintain the values of Pancasila and be responsible for themselves to ensure the continuation of good leadership in Indonesia. Highlighting the importance of socializing the implementation of regional head elections which will be held simultaneously on November 27, it is hoped that young people can come to the polling stations and vote in the 2024 regional elections.
Chairman of Commission II DPRD of Central Kalimantan Province (Kalteng), Achmad Rasyid said, in the democratic process leading up to the 2024 Regional Head Election (Pilkada), the younger generation has an important role. The reason is, most of the voters will be the younger generation. Therefore, they have a strategic role.
According to him, many ideas are born and emerge from the younger generation. In fact, their votes are not only voters to determine the next regional head, but the younger generation also has great opportunities.
Youth political and democratic awareness is starting to form in order to make the 2024 Pilkada a success. In an effort to build political awareness to support the smooth running of the upcoming 2024 Kulonprogo Pilkada, Barisan Muda (BM) National Mandate Party PAN Kulonprogo, Yogyakarta is holding a political discussion with the Muhammadiyah youth organization.
The Youth Discussion entitled ‘The Role of Youth in Creating Quality Regional Elections in Kulonprogo Regency’ was opened by the Chairman of the Kulonprogo Muhammadiyah (PDM) Regional Leadership, Nurudin, with resource persons, Deputy Chairman of the PDM Agus Sujarwo, Chairman of BM PAN DIY Heri Fahamsyah and former Chairman of the local BPC Hipmi Abdul Malik Arroihan .
This event received positive appreciation from the Chairman of BM PAN DIY, Heri Fahamsyah. Moreover, the discussion and synergy between BM PAN and the Kulonprogo Muhammadiyah Youth ranks was held for the first time in the DIY area. Nearly 60 percent of voters are the younger generation, including first-time voters. So they must be encouraged not to remain silent but to participate in narrating regional progress.
Chairman of BM PAN Kulonprogo, Agus Sugiharto said, youth have an important role in determining the future of Kulonprogo. Through this discussion, young people are expected to understand their responsibilities and develop rational thinking and build political awareness for a better Kulonprogo. The role of students as young people is very important in the 2024 regional elections.
Chairman of the General Election Commission (KPU) of Riau Islands Province (Kepri), Indrawan Susilo, said that the role of students in regional elections is as observers. As a monitor you must have independence. Because he will monitor the course of the regional election process for the new government later.
Apart from that, as a monitor you also have to have the desire and courage. Because when the campus moves to become a monitor, people who intend to damage democracy will definitely think twice. This is because this campus is the most independent and idealistic. This is an opportunity for students to actualize themselves.
One of the main challenges in regional elections is the low level of political education among the community. The younger generation, with wider access to information and education, can play an important role in increasing political awareness among society.
Through discussions, seminars and educational campaigns, the younger generation can help the public understand the importance of participation in regional elections and how to choose quality leaders. This critical awareness is very important to ensure that voters are not easily influenced by money politics or smear campaigns.
The role of the younger generation in the 2024 Pilkada is very important. With a significant number of voter demographics, the ability to use technology and social media, and the potential to bring innovation to political campaigns, the younger generation can be the key to Pilkada success. Even though there are challenges that must be faced, with the right collaboration and efforts, the younger generation can contribute positively in creating a better and more democratic government in Indonesia.
