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Film, Democracy and Debate Assembly

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Ages

11–16

Duration

Short (1-4 activities)

Nation

England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales

Related calendar events

International Day of Democracy
15 September

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An assembly featuring thought provoking questions and film clips based around films on the themes of democracy and debate. The assembly encourages young people to reflect on their attitudes to democracy and the portrayal of young people and politics in feature films.

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Film, Democracy and Debate assembly notes

Guidance notes to lead the assembly to explore democracy and debate.

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Film, Democracy and Debate assembly presentation

Film clips, stills and stimulus questions to lead the assembly.

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This Resource Supports

  • Citizenship
  • Democracy
  • Parliament
  • Human Rights
  • History
  • Law
  • Politics
  • PSHE Education
  • Social
  • Personal

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