Two children’s faces overlaid with the colours of a flag and the words “Promoting Democracy from Childhood”, symbolising democratic education starting in primary schools.

Promoting democracy from childhood: two experiences in primary schools

ByIPAcomm

The essential aim of the EU-funded DEMOCRAT project is promoting democracy, especially through the knowledge and practice of democratic values. To this end, it works with primary and secondary schools, promoting educational interventions that strengthen students’ democratic competences, so that they can participate actively and committedly in all areas of life. Students become protagonists of…

Monochrome sketch of a diverse group of young people seen from behind, representing democratic disaffection and reflection in the classroom.

The Democratic Challenge in the Classroom: How to Educate in Times of Distrust?

ByIPAcomm

In the last few years, several international studies have warned of a worrying trend: new generations show a growing disaffection towards democratic systems. This situation reflects a record level of dissatisfaction with democracy in many countries, especially among the young population, which poses an urgent challenge for the education system. Faced with this reality, the…