The Role of the ASEAN Youth Organization in Empowering Indonesian Youth based on SDGs 17

Abstract

Youth is someone who takes responsibility for the future of their country. The Government responsible for the progress and empowerment of youth in the country. The Government cannot work alone, they need the help of many parties to make this a success. NGO (Non-Governmental Organization) is one of them. ASEAN Youth Organization (AYO) is an NGO with a goal that focuses on empowering youth based on sustainable development goals and ASEAN principles. In this research, the research aims to determine the role of AYO in empowering youth in Indonesia based on SDGS 17 "Partnership for the Goals". In this research, researchers used descriptive qualitative research methods and focused on analysis related to the role played by AYO to empower youth in Indonesia. This research also explains the impact of implementing the AYO program on youth in Indonesia. Thus, information is produced by paying attention to the behavior and impact of the organization by analyzing, describing and interpreting the conditions that occur according to reality.