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DOI: State Youth Policy in The Age of Artificial Intelligence: International Perspectives and The Youth Ecosystem Model in Uzbekistan
Zarina Lukhmanova , PhD in Political science, UzbekistanAbstract
The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the social, economic, educational, and institutional environment in which young people live and develop. These changes require a reconsideration of traditional approaches to state youth policy and the development of adaptive, inclusive, and technology-oriented governance mechanisms. This article examines international approaches to youth policy in the age of artificial intelligence and analyzes the emerging youth ecosystem model in Uzbekistan. Particular attention is paid to the role of AI in expanding educational and employment opportunities, supporting youth entrepreneurship and innovation, improving public service delivery, and strengthening youth participation in decision-making processes. The study compares selected international practices and identifies key principles relevant to the formation of effective youth policy, including digital inclusion, ethical use of AI, skills development, data protection, social equity, and participatory governance. Based on the analysis, the article conceptualizes the youth ecosystem model in Uzbekistan as an interconnected system involving the state, educational institutions, private sector, civil society, digital platforms, innovation centers, and young people themselves. The findings suggest that the integration of AI into youth policy should be accompanied by institutional flexibility, responsible innovation, digital literacy, and mechanisms that ensure equal access to emerging opportunities. The proposed ecosystem approach can contribute to the development of a more inclusive, innovative, and future-oriented youth policy framework in Uzbekistan.
Keywords
Artificial intelligence, state youth policy, youth ecosystem
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