Civic Participation

It helps people feel connected and make decisions together.

It allows only leaders to make decisions.

It is only about voting in elections.

It does not affect daily life.

A person who chooses someone for a job by voting

A person who works for the government and serves the people

A person who belongs to a country and has rights and responsibilities

A duty or task that you are expected to complete

It helps everyone work together and solve problems faster

It allows only adults to make decisions

It makes communities less safe

It prevents people from sharing ideas

Building roads

Making decisions about school rules and budgets

Maintaining libraries

Making decisions about community safety

Learn about your local government

Write a letter to your mayor or city council

Start a classroom project to solve a local problem

Run for president

Voting in elections

Ignoring community issues

Volunteering for local organizations

Not following laws