Civic Participation (Generation Global)
What is the goal of Dialogue?
To understand other people's ideas and have a respectful conversation.
What does INE stand for?
Instituto Nacional Electoral
Give one example of corruption in daily life
Giving mordida (money) to a police officer to avoid a fine.
Is public education in Mexico free or expensive?
It's free.
What is Active Listening?
Listening with attention and respect without interrupting.
How old do you need to be to vote in Mexico?
18 years old.
Why is corruption bad for Mexico?
Because it steals money from public services and creates unfair opportunities
Mention one problem in Mexican schools.
No internet, old buildings, or students skipping school.
How can a young person help their community?
Doing volunteer work or talking about local problems
Is the vote public or secret in Mexico?
It is a secret vote.
How can you be an honest citizen?
Following the rules and not giving bribes.
Why is education important for democracy?
Because people learn about their rights and to choose the correct candidate.
What is Global Citizenship?
Caring about the world and everyone in it.
What is the INE Card used for?
It is an official ID and it is used to vote.
What can you do if you see a corrupt act
Report it to the authorities.
What is the SEP?
The Ministry of Public Education in Mexico (Secretaria de Educacion Publica)
Why is Empathy important in dialogue?
To understand the feelings and experiences of others
Who counts the votes on election day?
Citizens who are selected and trained
True or False: Corruption only happens in the government.
False. It can happen in many places.
Until what level is education obligatory in Mexico?
Until High School (Preparatoria).