What is citizenship?
Citizenship is about taking an active part in society.
It is about how we live together in our communities and about how we ‘get on' locally, nationally and globally.
It is about ensuring that everyone has the knowledge and skills to understand, engage with and challenge the main pillars of our democratic society - politics, the economy and the law.
Why is it important?
The values of democracy, justice, equality and inclusion have been long fought for but are easily neglected and abused. This is especially true when faith in politics is low and economic times are tough.
The best way to guard these values is to develop well-informed, educated citizens with the confidence and appetite to take part in society; to question injustice and to drive change.
The best way to guarantee a brighter future for all is to create a society in which we all understand our rights and responsibilities and in which everyone is equipped, and ready, to play an active part.
Campaign for citizenship education
In September 2010 the Democratic Life campaign was launched to lobby for keeping citizenship education in the National Curriculum. You too can sign the Democratic Life petition to show your support.
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