a group of members of the legislative body (MPs or other lawmakers) chosen to look into specific issues or topics & report back on their findings; they make sure important issues are looked at closely

a system of government in which citizens vote in regular, fair elections for representatives who then make laws and decisions on their behalf

Why are select committees important in a democracy?

Citizenship

How do citizens take action?

How do groups create change in society?

How can we campaign and influence change?

Why do changemakers play an important role in democracy?

What can effective change look like?

In this unit, pupils explore the different ways citizens can take action and what role this plays in democracy.

How can citizens bring about change?

Subjects which particular individuals may be sensitive to, eg, adoption, migration, bereavement or death, divorce, poverty, deprivation.

Depiction or discussion of sensitive content

members of the legislative body chosen to investigate specific issues

a system of government in which citizens vote in fair elections

Match the word with the correct definition.

Select committees strengthen {{}} by giving citizens a chance to shape policies and have a voice in the political process.

What type of evidence can **not** be provided to a select committee?

to make recommendations to the Government

Why do select committees gather evidence from the public, experts and organisations?

Engaging with select committees ensures __________, accountability and diverse representation in decision-making.

only politicians and people in high-ranking positions

only people working within the committee’s specific field of work

Who can contribute to a select committee?

someone who wants the world to be different and makes it happen

a system of government in which citizens vote in fair elections 

an act or process through which something becomes different

Match the word with its correct definition.

Who do changemakers form a bridge between?

Match the person or organisation with their campaign.

Inspiring others to get involved, changemakers raise awareness about issues like human {{}} and the environment.

What is the main focus of Malala Yousafzai's campaign?

Why are select committees important in a democracy?

Lesson outcome

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