Youth Political Engagements in Argentina: Feminism, Climate Action, and the Rise of Far-Right Movements in a Changing Landscape

How and why do youth become involved in politics? What factors drive youth involvement in feminist and climate change activism in Argentina? In what ways can the study of youth activism provide deeper insights into the broader political landscape and the dynamics of democracy? This public lecture is structured around these questions.

Youth activism and political engagement in Argentina

In her talk, Dr. Victoria Seca will explore youth activism and political engagement in Argentina over the past decade, focusing on the ways in which young people have shaped key movements and agendas. The presentation will cover the political, economic, and social context that frames youth participation, with special attention given to the challenges of inequality and precariousness. Two major areas of youth activism—feminist and climate change movements—will be highlighted, followed by a discussion of the recent and growing support for far-right governments among young people. The lecture will conclude with an examination of the diversity of youth political commitments and how these movements provide insight into the broader political dynamics shaping society today.

After the lecture there will be ample room for further discussion, moderated by discussants Romee Klis and Dr. Lorena Sosa. To conclude the event, drinks and refreshments will be provided for attendees.

Bios

Dr. Victoria Seca is a visiting Postdoc researcher from the National Scientific and Technical Research Council (CONICET) in Argentina working on youth mobilisation in climate and reproductive rights activism.

Romee Klis (they/ she) is a PhD candidate at the Willem Pompe Institute for Criminal Law and Criminology, associated with Utrecht University. Romee’s research focuses on the Dutch anti-gender movement, gender diversity opposition, and the consequences for the lived experiences of Gender Queer individuals.

Dr. Lorena Sosa (she/her) is an Assistant Professor at the Netherlands Institute of Human Rights (SIM) and a member of the research programme on Family & Law (UCERF). Lorena’s work explores the limits and potential of international human rights law concerning (in)equality, discrimination, and violence. She has extensive experience on researching gender backsliding, anti-gender campaigns, and the erosion of human rights and democracy.

Organization

This event is organized by the In/Equality Platform with the support of IOS funding of international fellows facility, sponsoring Dr. Seca’s stay and activities at Utrecht University.