Youth and Political Participation: What Factors Influence Them?

Authors

  • Mohammad Tawfik Yaakub Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur.
  • Nurul Liyana Mohd Kamil Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur.
  • Wan Noor Azreen Wan Mohamad Nordin Department of Public Administration, Faculty of Business and Economics, University of Malaya, 50603, Kuala Lumpur.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22452/IJIE.vol15no2.4

Keywords:

Political participation, Influence of social environment, Influence of mass media, Youth, Democracy

Abstract

This study discusses the factors that could influence political participation among youth. The purpose of this study is to look at the impact of the main factors (such as the influence of social environment and mass media) on youth political participation. A total of 343 youths participated in this study, with a response rate of 90.5%. Findings from multiple linear regression demonstrate that the influence of social environment and the influence of mass media have a substantial influence on political participation. Studies on the influence of political participation among the youth, particularly in Malaysia, are vital yet scarce. Significantly, the findings of this study can provide insight to political parties on the importance of youth political participation. Finally, this study provides practical implications for youth political participation.

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Published

2023-04-01

How to Cite

Mohammad Tawfik Yaakub, Nurul Liyana Mohd Kamil, & Wan Noor Azreen Wan Mohamad Nordin. (2023). Youth and Political Participation: What Factors Influence Them?. Institutions and Economies, 87–114. https://doi.org/10.22452/IJIE.vol15no2.4

Issue

Volume 15, Issue 2 (2023)

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Articles

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