Module 6 – Civic engagement

6. Civic engagement

Civic participation is a crucial component of healthy and sustainable democracies. Engaging in meaningful civic activities can help individuals to develop a sense of purpose and belonging. It is also a way to get emotional support, feel valued, decrease social isolation and give back to the community. There is a relationship between a sense of community, civic engagement and social well-being. A module on civic engagement will help to understand the structural and political forces that shape everyday experiences and opportunities, and to develop the interest and skills in seeking to promote social change through, for example, community action or political mobilization. This approach will facilitate the anger of youth into social engagement. Teach them the techniques of social campaigns and the alternative peaceful methods of expressing themselves. Preventing riots, violence and criminality.