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Introducing What's In It For You!
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The Foundations for Tomorrow podcast, What's In It For You, is here to shake things up, re-thinking how politics can be done to create a more fair, sustainable, and equitable future for all generations of Australians. Clare Beaton-Wells and Anna Bezzu cut through the political noise, breaking down why young people's say in policy really matters and how they can actually shape the future.
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Transcript
Can Youth Influence the Future?
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What is policy? Why should it matter to you? I'm just a young person. Can I actually shape the future? Or is that something that's left to the grown-ups at the decision-making table?
Youth Action Amid Crises
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And what about elections?
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Does my voice even count? Let's be real. The world right now, it's on fire. And we, the youth, are the ones who have to do something about it, whether we like it or we're ready for it or not.
Frustration with Politics vs. Importance of Voting
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We're just two young and passionate Aussies. And like so many of you, share the feelings of frustration with politics right now. Disillusioned, disconnected, feeling like the system has nothing to offer you.
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We know the feeling. But now isn't the time to check out altogether. Here in Australia, we've got a federal election coming up and it's our chance to make ourselves heard.
Understanding Policy Impact on Youth
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We aren't trying to make young Aussies sound selfish. It's just that in a political system where quick wins and theatrics so often dominate, it can be really hard for young people to grasp what policies mean for their lives and their futures.
Empowering Youth Before Elections
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That's where future generations policy comes in. With the election coming up in Australia, what's in it for you is here to shake things up and fundamentally rewire how you think and approach the decisions that directly impact your future.
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We're two curious and passionate young women. We're here to spark those ambitious conversations, challenge the status quo and empower you to claim your seat at the grownups table.
Introducing Key Figures: Anna Bazoo & Claire Beaton-Wells
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I'm Anna Bazoo, a corporate girlie working to make sense of how I can actually contribute to the future that I'm inheriting.
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And I'm passionate about inspiring others to pick up their baton and lead a new way for their future self. And I'm Claire Beaton-Wells. Once upon a time, I worked for a politician. Now I'm the head of government relations at Foundations for Tomorrow.
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I'm just 21, but I'm on a big mission. When I go to the polls this year, I'll be on the hunt for leaders that prioritize the well-being of all
Youth as Policymaking Leaders
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generations. not just our parents or our grandparents.
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Because imagine this, a future where you young people aren't just bystanders, you're the lead architects. We believe young people have a vital role to play in policy making and decisions. And that's what this podcast is all about.
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Breaking down what's in the future generations movement for you and how you can make your voice count.
Engaging Youth in Politics: 'What's In It For You'
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This isn't just about understanding the system. It's about being empowered to shape it for the better.
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So listen to What's In It For You now on Spotify or wherever you get your podcasts. Understand why your engagement in politics really matters and how you, young people, can shape the future.