AN OVERVIEW OF THE OF MULTILEVEL GOVERNANCE CONCEPT: CASE STUDY OF YOUTH POLICY FORMULATION AND IMPLEMENTATION IN LITHUANIA

Abstract. In this article, based on international recommendations and scientific literature, the concept of multilevel governance, the features of cros-sectoral and multi-layer governance are analysed, highlighting the advantages it creates, and the possible risks associated with the involvement of different actors in decision making process. To better illustrate this in practice, the paper presents a case study of youth policy formulation and implementation in Lithuania, which can be considered as one of the most successful examples of multilevel governance in practice. The article aims to identify: how the youth policy framework fits into the concept of multi-level governance; what actors operate in this network; reveal why this particular area is identified as a good example of multilevel governance; and what has contributed to its implementation success. Keywords: multilevel governance, Lithuania, Youth policy, citizen participation, democratisation.