Professor Invites Youth to Experience Democracy Through the Budget Process

Published March 17, 2023

Gary Hytrek, professor of geography at Cal State °µÍøÊÓÆµ, spoke with the about the city’s first participatory budget process and the inclusion of youth and young adults in its development. Professor Hytrek, who serves as a consultant and advisor, believes the participatory budget process “is one of the most effective ways to deepen and broaden democracy within communities.â€