Focus Group Discussions (FGDs)
In addition to the regional, national, and online consultations, the Progress Study drew from the findings of a series of focus group discussions (FGDs) undertaken by partner organizations in a wide range of countries. These focus group discussions often involved "hard to reach" or marginalized youth, whose voices are often not heard in discussions around policy. The objective of these FGDs was to document young people’s experiences and contributions to peace and security, as well as to provide a platform for them to share their concerns, recommendations and solutions for the youth, peace and security agenda.
For detailed reports on the findings of these focus groups discussions, see below. The views and opinions expressed in these reports are those of the authors / organizations and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of any entity of the United Nations.
AFGHANISTAN
GEORGIAN-ABKHAZ CONTEXT
FIJI ISLANDS
IRAQ
By Megan Kelly, Mamoun Zawity, Adnan Hussein, Sadiq Hamid, Zeravan Germany
KYRGYZSTAN
By PeaceNexus and Search for Common Ground (русский)
NIGER
By PeaceNexus and Search for Common Ground
NIGERIA
PALESTINE
By Interpeace
THE PHILIPPINES
By World Vision
SOUTH SUDAN
SWEDEN
By Interpeace
TUNISIA
YEMEN
By UNDP
FGD SUMMARY REPORTS:
Youth Aspirations for Peace and Security
Summary report on FGDs in Afghanistan, Georgia, India and Pakistan and South Sudan
Youth, Peace and Security: Insights from Engaged and Disengaged Young Women and Men in Nepal, Niger, Nigeria and Tunisia
Summary report on FGDs in Nepal, Niger, Nigeria and Tunisia