What is active citizenship?

Active citizenship is not just about political participation, participation in elections, referendums or monitoring political events. It is much more than that, it is the wider active action of all citizens in various public areas of society, for the general social benefit.

The essence of active citizenship is that we have the opportunity to participate in decision-making or influence decisions made in a democratic social space, and in doing so we co-shape and influence public topics that affect different target groups. Active citizenship means co-creating society and public topics at the local, national and international levels. Consequently, we strengthen democratic action and ensure the inclusion of individuals in society. It is important that active citizenship is based on mutual respect, equality, respect for human rights and democratic values.

Who is an active citizen?

An active citizen cares what happens to society. It strives to change society for the better, so it participates in decision-making or influences decisions with its voice and takes the opportunity to co-create society at the local, national and international levels.

How can I become an active citizen?

Co-creation of society is especially important for young people, who can contribute to the improvement of the position of young people (peers) in society by participating in various fields. Active citizenship is largely associated with participation in the democratic processes of the environment in which we live. Much of the learning of active citizenship takes place outside the education system, mainly through non-formal learning in various NGOs.

You can become an active citizen by joining or joining various youth organizations or with friends in your local environment participating in the design of youth center programs and projects, participating in international exchanges and changing Europe, becoming a volunteer, participating in dialogues with decision makers and giving your opinion or a suggestion, or you simply support your friends in their activities, campaigns, or some other matter that works positively on society.