Active Citizenship
The ways in which citizens can participate in their democracy beyond just voting.
Key Questions
- 1How can young people influence government decisions?
- 2What are the responsibilities of being a good citizen?
- 3How do lobby groups and protest movements impact the political process?
ACARA Content Descriptions
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