We are an independent education and participation charity in the UK. Our vision is of a just society in which everyone has the knowledge, skills, confidence and motivation to engage effectively in their communities. http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/ The Citizenship Foundation 51.52-.10citizenshipfoundation_newshttp://feedburner.google.comSubscribe with My Yahoo!Subscribe with My AOLSubscribe with BloglinesSubscribe with GoogleSubscribe with Live.comAdd to Any Feed Reader How to run community cohesion projects with young people, which improve communities, understanding and service delivery. ]]> Thu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/4DlfsbxvGOs/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1061 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1061 Boom, Bust and Crunch is a brand new project for 2013, which the Citizenship Foundation is developing with FTI Consulting. It will engage 14-16 year olds in some of the issues surrounding the economic crisis. ]]> Wed, 01 May 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/DKDG5jeWfNg/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1060 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1060 The Young Citizen's Passport is back, packed full with useful information about work, safety, money, police, human rights and much, much more. ]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/-njFGHJ3MEQ/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1059 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1059 The Youth Select Committee has launched an inquiry into whether the English education system gives young people the skills they need for life after school. ]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/07yXFdVo-xY/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1058 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1058 Thank you to everyone who fed into the UK Government's National Curriculum consultation, which closed yesterday. ]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/lhLobvRYg_Y/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1057 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1057 Long lists of specific historical events; particular methods for teaching English; human rights off the citizenship curriculum; no mention of public finance. ]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/UuC33XWe1mI/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1056 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1056 This morning, 56 young people met George Osborne at his Downing Street home to share their thoughts on the Budget. This afternoon, they voted in favour of taxing unhealthy food to pay for extra health education. ]]> Wed, 06 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/vWmaGmEwtuY/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1055 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1055 Together with Plan UK, we have scooped Climate Week's Best Educational Initiative award for our international programme of climate awareness in schools. ]]> Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/DiQj3Hk6suk/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1054 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1054 Michael Gove's new curriculum for England has re-stated the need for mandatory citizenship education, despite his earlier misgivings about the subject. State schools must still deliver education about the law within citizenship, which includes 'how courts and tribunals work'. ]]> Tue, 26 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/15RLkeswc0g/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1052 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1052 We are delighted that Michael Gove ignored the Curriculum Review Expert Panel's advice to drop citizenship from the school curriculum. ]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/i_hfv04VzT0/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1051 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1051 On 7 February, Michael Gove published his new draft National Curriculum for consultation. Our new guide considers its implications for citizenship. ]]> Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/NdDzRRvO2pY/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1050 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1050 On Thursday, the Secretary of State for Education announced the draft new National Curriculum. ]]> Tue, 12 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/02vBVTTfRQ0/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1049 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1049 This morning, Michael Gove publicly declared his support for citizenship education, during a House of Commons debate that followed his statement on changes to the National Curriculum. ]]> Thu, 07 Feb 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/Kb8IbjO2oJY/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1048 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1048 The Speaker's School Council Awards 2013 recognises the valuable contributions that school councils make to their classmates and to their communities. ]]> Fri, 18 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/0mtC4aZ9ldQ/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1047 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1047 Chance to be Chancellor helps 14-18 year-olds prove they have what it takes to manage the country's finances and be the face of the Youth Budget 2013. ]]> Mon, 14 Jan 2013 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/KABVS_zu9y0/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1046 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1046 A Cabinet Office team has published recommendations for providing a 'social action journey' to young people. It proposes a 'more seamless' progression between opportunities, and says schools should be a key provider of these. ]]> Thu, 20 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/C0ozbfGroQw/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1045 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1045 The Citizenship Foundation is appalled to learn that the government is considering rolling back the clock on history, hoping that students will be more capable citizens in the wake of better teaching about the past. ]]> Mon, 10 Dec 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/xoJWKEubZlY/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1044 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1044 Parliament Week starts on Monday. It aims to raise awareness of democracy and its institutions, and to show us all how we can take an active part in them. ]]> Fri, 16 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/049IfRza4zc/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1043 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1043 Every year, more than 1,800 legal professionals give their time to support our work. ]]> Thu, 08 Nov 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/02cdWqTlEFY/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1042 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1042 On Thursday, students from seven schools were awarded for the social action projects they run. Each team received a cheque for £500, presented at the Treasury by Lord Wallace of Saltaire. ]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/ibD-onGvwIg/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1041 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1041 This afternoon the Guardian is holding an online debate on the 'benefits, barriers and challenges of student collaboration'. ]]> Thu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/4UzvFUuDyrE/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1040 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1040 According to reports over the weekend, Michael Gove is to keep citizenship as a separate National Curriculum subject, although it will be slimmed down dramatically. ]]> Mon, 15 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/YHY-Wu_dw1k/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1039 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1039 Society Central is the work of celebrated journalist Fran Abrams and the University of Essex. They hope to improve public policy decisions by making sense of relevant research. ]]> Mon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/EVtWBxDSIzA/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1038 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1038 Citizenship has an uncertain future in schools. The Association for Citizenship Teaching (ACT) wants to hear how you are affected by curriculum changes. ]]> Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/_0Yi_Wy7eCo/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1036 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1036 Today, on World Teachers Day, we want to celebrate the extraordinary work of citizenship teachers. ]]> Fri, 05 Oct 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/_7Fx__nJPQU/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1037 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1037 Young people will face the effects of climate change, politicians will make decisions about it. Our handbook shows real examples of how they can work together effectively. ]]> Thu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/7H90u1t_KP8/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1035 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1035 Would your students stand up in court? Over 4,000 young people and 800 magistrates will be involved in this challenging competition. You can be part of it too. ]]> Fri, 14 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/bti4s4RSmyo/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1034 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1034 As people pledge to Give More in the current economic climate, new curriculum resources help students identify what they can offer. ]]> Thu, 06 Sep 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/-TFnK5LUMN4/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1033 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1033 We're showcasing our giving-related programmes at Greenbelt and running three events there, in partnership with Give More. ]]> Wed, 22 Aug 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/cchVVwTWKFc/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1032 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1032 The Citizenship Foundation is looking for two people to manage its Schools Development and Corporate Partnerships programmes. ]]> Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/yCUN4cbAJmk/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1030 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1030 On Monday 16 July, children from six primary schools spoke up at the House of Lords to mark Go-Givers' fifth anniversary. ]]> Fri, 20 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/_6X7tAXbHOg/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1031 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1031 On Monday 16 July, children from six primary schools will meet at the House of Lords to celebrate Go-Givers' fifth anniversary. ]]> Tue, 10 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/WDNSsOe0Uhs/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1029 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1029 A position has become available on an EU funded project to increases public awareness of the links between climate change, poverty and children's rights. ]]> Tue, 03 Jul 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/k7-07Lodk4w/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1028 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1028 A series of reports for the European Commission says Europe's economic policies will lead to unrest if isolated from participatory citizenship. ]]> Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/qiNy8-VzdLQ/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1027 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1027 Last week, Michael Gove announced his proposals for a new primary curriculum. Citizenship teaching is absent. Is the curriculum becoming too narrow? ]]> Wed, 20 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/citizenshipfoundation_news/~3/AzX5S3Bhp4s/news.php citizenshipfoundation--1026 http://www.citizenshipfoundation.org.uk/main/news.php?n1026