a system of government in which citizens vote in regular, fair elections for representatives in their geographical area

a group set up, led and shaped by young people to represent the views and interests of other young people in a democratic way

How can we engage in local democracy?

Citizenship

Pupils consider what role they can play in their communities from school to local and national democracy.

a system of government in which people vote in regular, fair elections

a group set up to represent the views of other young people

a governing body responsible for providing public services locally

Which of the following is **not** a way that young people under the age of 16 can take part in local democracy?

by making sure youth views are heard by decision-makers.

by discussing issues that matter to people in their area.

Match the start of the sentence with its ending.

identify an issue or need in the community

raise a concern at a local community meeting

meet with the local councillor of your area

decision-makers consider the issue or need

decisions are made and everyone is informed

Put these stages of local democratic action in the right order.

A Youth Council allows young people to stand for elections and lead local projects, often called ...

Local democracy only happens when people vote in elections.

Local democracy includes everyday participation, not just voting.

Young people are not involved in local democracy in communities.

Local democracy only affects politicians and you cannot get involved.

Which of the following statements is correct?

The UNCRC says that pupils have the right to share their views and these are taken {{}} so schools can improve.

Which is the correct fourth step to influence a change in school?

Being an active system is an important part of which political system?

Who is most likely to be one of the main decision-makers in a school?

identify that pupils are bored during lunch

a change is agreed and introduced by the school

Put these actions in the correct order for influencing a school decision-maker about improving lunchtime activities.