YLDA book on Political Campaign
2008-01-30

How should one begin organizing a political or advocacy campaign? What are the youths doing so that their voice may be heard? What is the state of youth movement in Asia? These and a few other more questions shall be answered in the upcoming publication of the Young Liberals and Democrats of Asia on Political Campaigns.

Indeed, the secrets will be revealed soon. What is behind the art and science of campaigning will soon be known to young Asian leaders.

The book, temporarily visualized as a manual for Political Campaigning, represents the varying thoughts and experiences of young Asian leaders across the region. It discusses, enumerates, and proposes vital tools, techniques, and media employed for successful campaigns as well as present successful case studies on electoral promotions and advocacy movement all within the backdrop of Asian politico affairs.

Twelve chapter authors from six countries were screened for this project aimed at contributing to the knowledge-stock of Asian youths on youth mobilization and organization. Tentative release date of book is early April 2008.

For more information or inquiries regarding the publication, you can forward your emails to programofficer@yldasia.org.

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