Conditions for Establishing a Primary Branch of the “Movement of the First” at a University: Insights from Practical Experience

Introduction. The study examines the conditions for establishing a primary branch of the All-Russian Public-State Movement of Children and Youth, the “Movement of the First”, in higher education institutions. The research aims to characterize the conditions for organizing a primary branch of the Movement of the First at a university. Methodology. The study employed theoretical (analysis, comparison, classification, generalization of psychological and pedagogical facts, information generation) and empirical (observation, review and generalization of experience, document analysis) levels of cognition. Additionally, the research was based on the person-activity approach and principles of educational theory. Results. The article explores the conditions for organizing a primary branch of the All-Russian Public-State Movement of Children and Youth, the “Movement of the First”, and presents a universal model for establishing such a branch, which can be adapted for other universities. Conclusions. The article draws conclusions regarding the organization of a primary branch of the Movement of the First at a university. The branch’s activities will be successful if a mentorship system is developed, networking is fostered, and the principle of openness is implemented in the university’s educational work and youth policy. The article is addressed to specialists in educational work, youth policy organizers, and researchers of modern educational practices.