ACTIVE CITIZENSHIP

The change from modernity to late modernity has involved a shift from an inclusive to an exclusive society (Young 1999) with this, the need for Active Citizenship is needed evermore thus playing a fundamental role within a harmonious community by encouraging people to become active within their community we are giving them a role within the community whilst providing more opportunities and enhancing self-belief. Active citizenship is all about taking an active positive role within the community of Starley Cross and making a contribution to society. These activities could include volunteering within community organisations and though engagement with local and national politics. The encouragement and support provided for young people in particular has been recognised as a policy priority across the UK (National lottery fund n.d.)

The Value of Active Citizenship

Encouraging young people to do something positive with their lives provides hope for future generations, encouraging talents and abilities can also benefit the community as well as the individual

Benefits for the Community

Possible reduction in anti-social behaviour
Bringing in new ideas/ projects
Younger people developing a sense of social responsibility which can be carried onto to adulthood

Benefits for Young People.

Through becoming active in the community younger people are seen more in a positive light
Enhancing the opportunity to build stronger more meaningful relationships with other members of the community that you may not have encountered before
Opportunity to take responsibility over parts of society which affect young people
Opportunity to develop new skills in a variety of areas which could potentially lead to developments in career choices

Community Controls

British Council (2015)