by Alka Mansukhani , Lisa Goren and Renata Schiavo
Sadly, many students are not provided with an opportunity to learn about how their government works and may feel powerless about their ability to make an impact. Some may feel cynical and disconnected from public institutions and from centers of power. Educating students about local government, and modeling how to engage with those in authority would give them access and agency—both in local matters and in decisions affecting their lives. Most importantly, it would provide them with the skills they need to assess the impact of policies throughout their lives.
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Renata Schiavo, PhD, MA, CCL Alka Mansukhani, PhD, MS Radhika Ramesh, MA Guest posts are by invitation only. |