Thematic Section "Youth Research" of the Conference "Cultural Crossroads XX"

The section will bring together researchers from the Latvian Academy of Culture (LAC), the University of Latvia, Tampere University and the association "European Movement in Latvia", addressing a wide range of issues – from young people's civic participation and attitudes towards national defence to risks in the digital environment, artificial intelligence and cultural accessibility. The section will be moderated by Gints Klāsons, a researcher and applied research project manager at the Institute of Culture and Arts of the Latvian Academy of Culture (LAC ICA).

One of the key issues addressed in the section will be young people's attitudes towards national defence and their involvement in democratic processes. Equally significant attention will be paid to young people's experiences in the digital environment. The presentations will examine digital skills, online risks, and the opportunities and challenges posed by artificial intelligence.