| Abstrakt: |
Although nowadays great powers claim that nuclear powers are a factor of stability on the political scene, this attitude should not be considered a positive aspect, since the primary role of nuclear weapons is not preserving peace. A risk that this kind of weapon can be seized by terrorist organizations which would not hesitate to use it at all, is one of the major security problems in the world. It should also be mentioned that there is a great risk of accidents and mistakes during handling, maintenance and transport of nuclear weapons. A wide use of nuclear weapons in large-scale war conflicts would result in a great number of casualties, destroyed cities and areas with lethal levels of radiation even a few kilometers away from the explosion site which could cause grave consequences - genetic mutations, high cancer incidence and disruption of the balance of nature in biocenosis and biosphere. Regardless of the fact that a certain country does not possess nuclear weapons, it can be affected by consequences of a nuclear attack. Therefore, the question of nuclear security is important for the whole international community. Europe has been engaged in disarmament processes since the late „80s, in order to eliminate the risk of indiscriminate weapons dissemination. A new model of humanitarian disarmament is emerging. Civil society, including the youth, has taken part in the security process requiring protection of civilian population from these weapons. Civil society became a partner and interlocutor of the states, the EU, and the international organizations such as the United Nations. The concept of humanitarian disarmament has emerged as a new security paradigm, as a liaison of cultures, to ensure the future of new generations. The involved youth are widening the field of humanitarian disarmament, arguing against nuclear weapons to ensure the security and peace in Europe and the rest of the world. The youth, with a vision of peace and security, need to acquire the skills necessary to directly influence NGOs, civil society, governments and politicians. Their civic engagement also enhances their professional prospects in the humanitarian fields of international relations and security. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
