Department of Germanic Languages & Literatures University of Toronto
What is the state of youth engagement in politics in Germany right now? What are some emerging trends in youth engagement across the Atlantic? What does this mean for Germany and what can we learn from it in Canada?
The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) is proud to present a round-table discussion with Prof. Thorsten Faas, Hannah Arendt Visiting Chair for German and European Studies at the Munk School. Prof. Faas is the Head of Research Unit at the Free University of Berlin’s Centre for Political Sociology of Germany and will discuss the state of German politics today and the shifting role of youth in society at a time of increased political polarization.
This roundtable discussion will take place at 3 PM on Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025, in the Senior Common Room, Brennan Hall, 81 St. Mary Street.
Students and faculty of all backgrounds are welcome to attend and engage in a thoughtful discussion on the state of youth in politics across the Atlantic. The event will be moderated by Rudy Yuan, DAAD Young Ambassador at the University of Toronto.
This event is sponsored by the DAAD and made possible through the generous support of the Department of Germanic Languages & Literatures, University of Toronto.
