Voices of the People · Democratic Participation

Pressure Groups and Lobbying

How organized groups attempt to change laws and government policy.

Key Questions

  1. 1Who should decide which groups get to speak with ministers?
  2. 2What is the government's role in regulating lobbyists?
  3. 3What rights are in tension when powerful groups have more influence?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9HASS6K05
Year: Year 6
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: Voices of the People
Period: Democratic Participation

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