CONNECT.REFLECT.ACT TALK Born Digital
- A Gen Z Manifesto
on Decoding the Future

As the first generation of true digital natives, Gen Z holds unique potential to leverage technology for collective good. Jasemen Nassab explores how growing up immersed in global connectivity shapes this generation’s worldview and capabilities. With limitless access to information, young people gain expansive perspectives that fuel a sense of shared humanity. However, our empathy has not kept pace with our technological reach. True progress lies in evolving our compassion to match our capabilities. Jasemen calls for “digital humanism”—harnessing technology to serve all, not just the powerful few. She urges intergenerational partnership: older generations must reconsider stereotypes and make space for youth voices, while Gen Z must bring courageous global citizenship into every space they occupy. Together, we can realize technology’s promise to unite humanity across borders. Jasemen provides a vision for building a just future by connecting generations, cultures and perspectives.

Moderator:

Friso Roscam Abbing

Curator Fundamental Rights Forum 2024

FRA