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Connect with Democracy

What is Democracy? Government by the people, for the people Goes beyond voting 2

Why Connect with Democracy? Be an agent of change Don’t let the world pass you by Have your voice heard 3

Be Informed Politics affects every aspect of your life We live in an age of information –Consume news (online, TV, paper, etc.) –Read books on subjects that interest us –Watch documentaries –Attend meetings 4

Think Critically Abundance of information – how to sort it? Critical thinking leads to wise decisions How to begin to think critically? 5

Have Discussions Talk about politics or issues that matter to you Be passionate about the important things Share ideas any way you can 6

Become Active in Your Community Help your neighbour Volunteer Join a community association 7

Become Active in Your Community Start a community- based initiative Attend open city council meetings Vote in local elections 8

Get Political! Make the connection Vote Contact your MP Join a party Volunteer for an election campaign Become a candidate 9

Summary 1.Be informed 2.Think critically 3.Have discussions 4.Become active in your community 5.Get involved ! 10