This study investigates the role of Bangsamoro youth in the political transition of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM), a region emerging from decades of armed conflict and striving toward inclusive governance. Framed by the historical context of Moro self-determination and the peace process culminating in the 2019 establishment of BARMM, the research explores how youth can be empowered as democratic actors in this transitional period. Through surveys, key informant interviews, and case studies involving youth leaders and non-affiliated youth across the region, the study identifies barriers to participation, priority development agendas, and existing mechanisms for engagement. It highlights the institutional efforts of the Bangsamoro Youth Commission (BYC), the Bangsamoro Youth Coordinating Council (BYCC), and international NGOs in fostering youth involvement in governance, peacebuilding, and social development. The findings underscore the need for co-created solutions between government and civil society to sustain youth agency and catalyze long-term change. Ultimately, the paper proposes a theory of change to deepen youth engagement and ensure their meaningful contribution to BARMM’s future.