Democratic thinking conversation starters
Start a conversation about democracy.
Through open-ended questions students will explore topics such as democracy, leadership, student voice, social justice and media literacy.
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Through open-ended questions students will explore topics such as democracy, leadership, student voice, social justice and media literacy.
Learn to support authentic conversations with students and build their capacity to be active citizens.
The experience of Australia's fifth Governor General.
These artists use embroidery to make change.
Learn about referendums and how they work.
A workhorse chair you can still sit on today.
Inspire students to think about the future world they want to see.
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