1. Implementing the Global Strategic Plan for Democracy Education A Proposed Plan of Action for the Community of Democracies Working Group on Democracy Education Presented by the Council for a Community of Democracies Warsaw, Poland January 30, 2012

2. The Need for Democracy Education: Creating a Culture of Democracy To develop an informed, engaged citizenry  To foster effective participation in society

3. The Need for Democracy Education: Creating a Culture of Democracy To promote respect for human rights and cultural diversity  To protect, sustain, and advance democracy

4. The Community of Democracies: A Commitment to Democracy Education “We resolve…to promote civic education and literacy, including education for democracy.” Warsaw Declaration, 2000

5. The Community of Democracies: A Commitment to Democracy Education “Education at all levels is a fundamental component for ensuring citizens are aware of their rights and civic duties as members of a democratic society.” Seoul Plan of Action, 2002

6. The Community of Democracies: A Commitment to Democracy Education “We express our commitment to promote among youth a set of democratic values and we urge all countries to implement strategies, policies, programs and concrete measures designed to foster education for democracy.” Santiago Commitment, 2005

7. The Pocantico Conferences (2003-2008): The Global Strategic Plan for Democracy Education 3 meetings  with 80 participants  from 30 countries  and 5 international organizations  The Global Strategic Plan for Democracy Education

8. The Pocantico Conferences (2003-2008): The Global Strategic Plan for Democracy Education “In particular, we take note of the recommendations outlined in the Global Strategic Plan for Democracy Education (2003) which sets out principles and practical measures for democracy education.” Bamako Consensus, 2007

9. Elements of the Global Strategic Plan: International, National and Regional Action Plans I.International Action Plan Making Democracy Education a priority in global democracy support strategies

10. Elements of the Global Strategic Plan: International, National and Regional Action Plans I.International Action Plan Making Democracy Education a priority in global democracy support strategies Establishing an International Advocacy Experts’ Network for Democracy Education to promote best practices

11. Elements of the Global Strategic Plan: International, National and Regional Action Plans I.International Action Plan Making Democracy Education a priority in global democracy support strategies Establishing an International Advocacy Experts’ Network for Democracy Education to promote best practices Creating a framework for monitoring progress and reporting achievements in implementing democracy education policy.

12. Elements of the Global Strategic Plan: International, National and Regional Action Plans II.National Action Plans Developing National Democracy Education Plans (NDEPs) by CD countries

13. Elements of the Global Strategic Plan: International, National and Regional Action Plans II. National Action Plans Developing National Democracy Education Plans (NDEPs) by CD countries Working with local governments, education professionals, parents, students, and NGOs to design and implement NDEP

14. Elements of the Global Strategic Plan: International, National and Regional Action Plans II.National Action Plans Developing National Democracy Education Plans (NDEPs) by CD countries Working with local governments, education professionals, parents, students, and NGOs to design and implement NDEP Reporting annually to national stakeholders and biennially to CD Ministerial meetings

15. Elements of the Global Strategic Plan: International, National and Regional Action Plans III.Regional Action Plans Establishing forums within regional organizations to support national implementation

16. Elements of the Global Strategic Plan: International, National and Regional Action Plans III.Regional Action Plans Establishing forums within regional organizations to support national implementation Promoting culturally-relevant strategies and sharing region-specific experiences

17. Elements of the Global Strategic Plan: International, National and Regional Action Plans III.Regional Action Plans Establishing forums within regional organizations to support national implementation Promoting culturally-relevant strategies and sharing region-specific experiences Partnering with civil society and regional education experts to implement and monitor progress

18. The Role of the Working Group: Activating the Global Strategic Plan The establishment of the Working Group is the first step in making democracy education an international priority. Passage of the proposed United Nations Resolution on Education for Democracy will increase the scope and legitimacy of this commitment, linking the CD to UNESCO’s Education for All Initiative.

19. The Role of the Working Group: Activating the Global Strategic Plan The establishment of the Working Group is the first step in making democracy education an international priority. Democracy Education Conferences in Mongolia and India can set agendas that support the development of National and Regional Action Plans.

20. The Role of the Working Group: Activating the Global Strategic Plan CCD has assembled an international network of education experts to lend advice, share best practices, and work in partnership with the Working Group throughout the process.

21. The Role of the Working Group: Activating the Global Strategic Plan Civil Society and Governments in Partnership An international framework for democracy education A Resource Guide of Best Practices Pilot workshops to develop effective training approaches A public website for dissemination of ideas

22. The Council for a Community of Democracies (CCD) is the Secretariat of the nongovernmental International Steering Committee of the Community of Democracies, a network of 27 NGO leaders worldwide who represent the views of civil society in the Community of Democracies. Council for a Community of Democracies 1801 F Street NW, Suite 308 Washington, DC 20006 United States of America Phone: +1 202 789 9771 | Fax: +1 202 789 9764 Email: ccdinfo@ccd21.org | Web: www.ccd21.org