Active Participation
What is “active participation” in a democracy?
Getting involved in civic life, e.g., voting, protesting, and writing to officials.
What is one feature of Australian democracy?
Right to vote, freedom of speech, equality, fair trial.
Name one type of law in Australia.
Criminal law, civil law, customary law.
What does “equality” mean in Australia?
Everyone is treated the same by the law.
Name two examples of active participation.
Voting and attending a town hall meeting
What is "universal suffrage"?
All adults have the right to vote regardless of background.
What are the two houses of parliament?
Senate and House of Representatives.
What is one responsibility of a citizen?
Follow the law, vote, help others, respect others.
How does the “Right to Protest” enable active participation?
It lets people express views and influence change
What does “freedom of speech” mean?
You can respectfully share your opinions without being punished.
Who signs a bill to make it a law?
The Governor-General
What is "freedom of the press"
The ability for the media to publish information and express opinions without government censorship or interference
Explain how the 2018 Marriage Equality Rally is an example of active participation.
It showed freedom of speech, protest, and citizens working toward legislative change.
What does the “right to protest” let people do?
Join together peacefully to ask for change or show disagreement.
What is the main purpose of Civil Law?
To resolve disputes between individuals or organisations.
Give a real-world example where people used multiple democratic features to participate.
Marriage Equality Campaign, Australia Day protests, Referendums