{"id":8053,"date":"2024-07-12T13:21:11","date_gmt":"2024-07-12T13:21:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/youthdemocracycohort.com\/?post_type=storiesprojects&p=8053"},"modified":"2025-11-20T16:07:03","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T16:07:03","slug":"temirlan-sultanbekov-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers","status":"publish","type":"storiesprojects","link":"https:\/\/youthdemocracycohort.com\/stories\/temirlan-sultanbekov-wyde-civic-engagement-network-of-young-decision-makers\/","title":{"rendered":"Temirlan Sultanbekov – WYDE Civic Engagement Network of Young Decision- makers"},"content":{"rendered":"\n


Temirlan Sultanbekov is the Vice President of the Socialist International organsisation and is the Chairman of the \u201cSocial Democrats\u201d party in Kyrgyzstan. He defines his political career through his commitment to social justice, effective leadership, and democracy at the domestic and international levels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As a Chairman of the Social Democrats, Temirlan led the party\u2019s path into the Parliament, securing victories in 7 city councils during local elections. His role in the party\u2019s success was not only administrative but ideological as he campaigned for a parliamentary government.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At a young age, Temirlan became the youngest Vice President in the Socialist International\u2019s 200-year history, highlighting his dedication to social democracy. His role enabled significant achievements, such as facilitating the release of former Kyrgyz president Almazbek Atambayev with the support of Spain\u2019s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez, demonstrating the party\u2019s commitment to justice and democratic values.

Under Temirlan\u2019s leadership, the Social Democrats established relationships with international organisations such as Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung and the International Republican Institute. Their recognition by the International Conference of Asian Political Parties demonstrates the party\u2019s international collaboration and proactive approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temirlan has a background in politics, economics, and law and believes his education is foundational to his leadership. He\u2019s also been involved in anti-corruption initiatives with Transparency International and believes this has strengthened his understanding of democracy and human rights, while also enhancing his advocacy efforts against corruption. His political journey began early, winning the national history Olympiads and participating in activism that brought positive change to the community. As a result of these experiences, Temirlan is dedicated to advocating for social justice and democracy, and he hopes to develop these commitments through the Network of Young Decision-makers in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cPolitics without youth is politics without a future.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

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The WYDE Civic Engagement<\/strong> Network of Young Decision-Makers<\/a><\/strong> unites young leaders under 36 years old who are active in politics and decision-making roles, aiming to enhance youth political participation. Members, hailing from Africa, Asia, Latin America, and the Caribbean, will collaborate with peers and Club de Madrid Members to shape global agendas through Policy Labs, fostering informed collective action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The WYDE Civic Engagement project <\/strong>is a component of the Women and Youth in Democracy Initiative (WYDE) by the European Commission. The project aims to empower youth voices, foster international cooperation, and address the gaps in evidence on youth political engagement.\u00a0<\/strong>More info on the project can be found on EPD’s website<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n

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