A recent analysis reveals that Latvian students generally have poor knowledge regarding elections and political systems, evidenced by their low scores in civic education tests. This raises concerns about their future participation in democratic processes, specifically voting. The Ministry of Education plans to address this issue by providing training for teachers in civic education, aiming to enhance their ability to engage students effectively in these essential topics.

The situation has highlighted a significant gap in civic education, with a 2022 study indicating that Latvian students ranked lowest in civic knowledge compared to their peers. The find-ings point to a lack of preparedness among educators, which may further contribute to students’ disinterest in political participation. The recent 'signal election' organizers expressed astonishment regarding the teachers' insufficient readiness to teach these crucial concepts, which calls for urgent reforms in teacher training and curriculum content.

As part of a larger initiative, the article suggests that young voters' low participation rates in Latvia may be attributable to these educational shortcomings. The ongoing series titled "Will they go to vote?" aims to explore the reasons behind this trend and seek solutions to encourage youth engagement in the electoral process, emphasizing the need for comprehensive civic education to empower future voters.