How can young people play an active role in democracy?
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Why this why now
Learning how young people can play an active role in democracy equips pupils with the knowledge and skills to engage in civic activities and influence decision-making. This unit is timely as it empowers pupils to understand how they can have a voice, exercise their rights and responsibilities, and the impact they can have on their communities and beyond.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils know about the role of active citizens.
- Pupils know about the functions of local democracy.
- Pupils know about the importance of participation and listening to the opinions of others.
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Why this why now
Learning how young people can play an active role in democracy equips pupils with the knowledge and skills to engage in civic activities and influence decision-making. This unit is timely as it empowers pupils to understand how they can have a voice, exercise their rights and responsibilities, and the impact they can have on their communities and beyond.
Prior knowledge requirements
- Pupils know about the role of active citizens.
- Pupils know about the functions of local democracy.
- Pupils know about the importance of participation and listening to the opinions of others.
How can young people play an active role in democracy?
Pupils consider what role they can play in their communities from school to local and national democracy.
6 lessons in unit
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