Youth in Urban Strategy Documents: A Content Analysis of Polish District Cities’ Development Plans

City Development Strategies (CDS) are strategic documents widely employed by cities worldwide to outline municipal governments’ visions and intentions for urban development. Given that young people constitute approximately 25% of Europe’s population and represent one of the most significant user groups of urban spaces, their perspectives are crucial in shaping these strategies. Assessing the provisions of CDS from the standpoint of young people is therefore essential. Such evaluation not only highlights how effectively these documents address the needs and expectations of this demographic but also serves as a foundation for improving future strategies to ensure they are inclusive and responsive to the priorities of young urban dwellers.