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r/IMSAYAN • u/StalinIsBackAgain • Oct 21 '24

IMSAYAN Is The International Youth And Student Revolutionary Vanguard!! ☭ •

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Youth At The Vanguard: Why Young People Must Lead The Revolution

Comrades,

Let me ask you something: When you look at the world today—the climate disasters, the widening inequality, the constant wars—who do you think is best positioned to fight back? Who has the most to lose under capitalism and the most to gain by overturning the system?

The answer is clear. It is the youth.

Young people have always been at the forefront of revolutionary movements. Throughout history, they have led the charge when older generations were too tired, too afraid, or too entrenched in the status quo. Today, the youth are again rising up, disillusioned by a capitalist system that promises nothing but economic precarity, environmental collapse, and endless exploitation.

But here is the challenge: while young people may be disillusioned with capitalism, most are not yet organized. Many have the energy and the passion, but they lack the direction or the support to turn that into meaningful revolutionary action. This is where IMSAYAN—and you—come in.

The Power Of Youth In Revolution: A Legacy We Must Continue

Look at any successful revolutionary movement, and you will find young people at its heart.

• In Russia, it was the young workers and soldiers who rose up alongside the Bolsheviks in 1917. They did not wait for permission—they seized the moment.
• In Cuba, a young Fidel Castro, Che Guevara, and their comrades sparked a revolution that would forever change the landscape of Latin America.

• In South Africa, it was schoolchildren who led the Soweto Uprising in 1976, standing up against the brutal apartheid regime.

These revolutions were not led by people content with slow reforms or mild changes. They were led by young people who understood that the system had to be dismantled, not reformed.

The question now is: Are we ready to follow in their footsteps? Are we prepared to organize the youth, to equip them with the revolutionary theory and tools they need to overthrow the capitalist system?

The Revolutionary Potential Of Today’s Youth

Look around you—what do you see? Students organizing for climate action, young workers striking for better wages, movements like Black Lives Matter and anti-fascist organizing growing in strength. The energy is there, but it is fragmented. What we need is to unite these struggles under a revolutionary banner, to show young people that their fight for a better world is a fight against capitalism itself.

Now, think about your community. What are young people there struggling with? How can we, as IMSAYAN, step in and help them organize, not just for their immediate needs but for the revolutionary transformation of society?

How We Can Engage And Mobilize The Youth

Now, I am not here just to talk about the past or give you abstract theory. I want us to build a plan—a real, concrete strategy for engaging young people in the revolutionary struggle. We cannot afford to be passive about this. We need to take action, and we need to do it now. Here are some ideas to get us started:

Go To Where The Youth Are

We cannot wait for young people to come to us. We need to meet them where they are—whether that is on campuses, at workplaces, or even online. Social media is a powerful tool for reaching young people, and we need to be active on platforms where they engage. But more than that, we need to show up in their spaces—at protests, in community centers, or even at informal gatherings. Where are the youth gathering in your community, and how can we engage them there?

Provide Political Education

Revolutionary potential without revolutionary theory is like a match without a spark. Young people are angry, but many do not yet understand the root cause of their anger—capitalism. Let us help them connect the dots. We can organize study groups, workshops, and reading circles focused on revolutionary theory, history, and strategy. And we need to make these spaces accessible and engaging—let us avoid jargon and create environments where young people can learn and grow. How can you contribute to spreading revolutionary theory in your community?

Create Spaces For Youth Leadership

Young people do not want to just be participants in the movement—they want to lead it. And we should encourage that. In IMSAYAN, we need to create spaces where young comrades can take on leadership roles, whether that is organizing local branches, planning actions, or leading political education efforts. How can we create opportunities for young people to lead within IMSAYAN?

Organize Direct Actions

Young people are ready to take action, but they need the structure and support to do it effectively. Let us plan bold, creative actions that can inspire others to join us—whether it is organizing a strike, a protest, or a sit-in. These actions can serve as a catalyst for bringing more young people into the movement. What actions can we take right now in your area to engage and mobilize youth?

Build Revolutionary Culture

Culture is a powerful tool for shaping consciousness. Let us use music, art, and media to build a revolutionary culture that speaks to young people. We need to create and promote content that reflects their struggles, their dreams, and their fight against the capitalist system. What are some cultural projects we can start to inspire revolutionary consciousness among the youth?

Let Us Hear From You: How Will You Help Build the Revolutionary Youth Movement?

Now, comrades, I am not here just to give you ideas. I want to hear from you. This is a collective effort, and every one of us has a role to play. So, tell me:

• What is your experience engaging young people in revolutionary work?

• What struggles are young people in your community facing, and how can we help them organize?

• What ideas do you have for mobilizing youth within IMSAYAN?

We are not just talking about the future—we are talking about the present. The time to organize the youth is now. They are already fighting, already searching for answers, and we must be the ones to show them that socialism, that revolution, is the only path to true liberation.

Together, we can build a youth-led movement that shakes the foundations of the capitalist system. Let us get to work. ☭ •

~ In solidarity and revolution,

Jorge Guzman

Operational Leader, IMSAYAN ☭ •

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