Consejos de Juventud: Procuraduría fija plazo final para posesión
La Procuraduría General de la Nación lanzó un ultimátum a alcaldes, gobernadores y al Gobierno nacional para que procedan, sin más dilaciones, a la instalación inmediata y posesión de los Consejos de Juventud en todo el país.
TL;DR
- The Attorney General's Office has mandated the immediate installation and swearing-in of Youth Councils nationwide.
- The deadline for formalizing the start of functions for these youth participation mechanisms is January 19, 2026.
- Omitting logistical guarantees, physical spaces, or budgetary resources for elected counselors will result in disciplinary action.
- The delay in installing the councils affects the representation of diverse youth groups, including ethnic, peasant, and victim communities.
- The directive requires specific administrative actions, including submitting acts of swearing-in within 30 days.
- Special support programs must be created to guarantee equipped spaces and permanent resources for the councils.
- Governors and the national government are responsible for forming Departmental Councils and the National Youth Council.
- Local and regional prosecutors will oversee strict compliance, supported by the Electoral Youth Working Group.
- Non-compliance with these legal provisions may lead to disciplinary sanctions, as it violates young people's political rights.