Samantha Reush

Samantha Reush, Executive Director of Apathy is Boring, sheds light on the alarming trend of declining youth voter turnout in Canada. She discusses how Gen Z appears disillusioned with democracy, citing a disconnect between online political chatter and actual voting. Reush emphasizes the need for modernized democratic institutions to regain their trust. The conversation unveils how social media influences political engagement, calling for effective strategies and safe spaces to encourage meaningful civic participation among young people.