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Have you ever wondered how councillors help your local community? Do councillors have to belong to a political party? Find out all about the work they do here. To access…

Have you ever thought about how you decide what to do in a difficult situation? Making decisions can be hard sometimes so take a look at some useful questions to…

So, you’ve decided you want to write to your local councillor or MP, but what will you say? How should you address them and how can you convince them to…

In this lesson pupils will develop an understanding of what is meant by the term ‘identity.’ They will explore their own sense of identity and share this with others, appreciating…

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In this lesson pupils will learn about the qualities of water and why it is vital to life on Earth.   They will consider the problems facing people who cannot…

During this lesson students explore how the economy can be used to support climate action and create a more...

Students critically consider the needs of a fictitious town and how to spend it’s £250 million budget wisely. Working...

Young people are, and will continue to be, some of the most impacted by COVID. However their voices have...

In this lesson pupils will learn that there are specific rights for children which are set out in the United Nations Conventions on the Rights of the Child. Pupils will…

In this lesson pupils will learn about the qualities of water and why it is vital to life on Earth.   They will consider the problems facing people who cannot…

In this lesson pupils consider how the internet can be a power for good and support active citizenship. Pupils explore a range of case studies before being challenged to identify…

This lesson introduces students to the concepts of their legal rights and responsibilities and explores how the law impacts their daily lives. Students explore the different ages that various laws…

This lesson examines the powers that the police have to stop and search, arrest and detain individuals. Students also have the opportunity to create their own ideal police force considering…

Originally designed to be a companion pack for the Democracy Ambassadors programme, this handy toolkit will support students who...

In 2021, COP26 was hosted in Glasgow. It was seen as a pivotal moment in tackling the global climate...

Young people are, and will continue to be, some of the most impacted by COVID. However their voices have...

What was Democracy Ambassadors? Between April 2018 and March 2019 Young Citizens worked with youth leaders to recruit 1,000...

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The Mock Trial Competitions are our longest-running active citizenship experiences. Since 1991, we have provided unparalleled exposure to the...

Students examine ways in which a fictional town council could spend its budget. They consider the concerns of different...