One of the rights protected constitutionally is the freedom of speech and expression. Within reasonable constraints, the constitution allows for individuals to express any opinion that they want free of the fear of any repercussions. However, in addition to fearing systemic repercussions from the State, young people have to be concerned about repercussions within their family and community. A part of the process of growing up is that young people can have different opinions from their parents and their communities.
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This can be true of their political and ideological views, their opinions on love and sexuality or other opinions that have evolved differently from their parents’ views. Given the financial vulnerability of youth, it becomes necessary to protect youth opinions which are likely to be held in their homes and communities.
In this context, the Youth Right of freedom of thought and expression includes:
Right to explore political and ideological views.
Right to explore views on love, marriage and sexuality.
Right to have opinions that different from their families and community.
Right to choice of food and clothing.
Right to express gender and sexual orientation.