Rights, Freedoms, and Responsibilities · Rights & Responsibilities

Democratic Freedoms

Exploring freedom of speech, assembly, and religion in the Australian context.

Key Questions

  1. 1Should there be limits on freedom of speech in a digital age?
  2. 2How do we balance the right to protest with the right to public safety?
  3. 3What rights are in tension when religious beliefs conflict with secular laws?

ACARA Content Descriptions

AC9C8K03
Year: Year 8
Subject: Civics & Citizenship
Unit: Rights, Freedoms, and Responsibilities
Period: Rights & Responsibilities

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