Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)
Politics and Society · 5th Year · Active Citizenship and Participation · 2.º Período

Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)

Students will evaluate the role and effectiveness of NGOs and civil society groups in advocating for policy changes. The topic includes analyzing successful and unsuccessful campaign strategies.

NCCA Curriculum SpecificationsLeaving Certificate Politics and Society, Strand 2, LO 2.3Leaving Certificate Politics and Society, Strand 2, LO 2.4

About This Topic

Students will evaluate the role and effectiveness of NGOs and civil society groups in advocating for policy changes. The topic includes analyzing successful and unsuccessful campaign strategies.

Key Questions

  1. What role do NGOs play in a democratic society?
  2. How do civil society groups campaign for change?
  3. Are NGOs truly effective in holding governments accountable?

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