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Little politicians: Karben children's advisory board discovers democracy and nature!
23 children from Karben actively learn about democracy and participation during an introductory weekend in Kronberg.
Little politicians: Karben children's advisory board discovers democracy and nature!
Last weekend, 23 children from Karben's districts experienced an exciting weekend of getting to know each other in Kronberg. This special excursion served to bring together the newly formed children's advisory board and give them their first insights into democratic processes and municipal structures. How Wetterau.news reported that the young participants were particularly curious about participation in politics and everyday life.
As part of the program, the children learned a lot about how the city administration in Karben works and the tasks of a mayor. In addition to informative lectures, they were also able to actively discuss what their rights to have a say in city politics could look like. The highlight was a creative workshop in which the children developed their ideas about what they would like to change about their city as mayor. There were suggestions for more inclusive playgrounds, a desire for more environmental protection and the idea of slowing down car traffic.
Children's rights and participation
The children's advisory board's trip was not only a fun excursion, but also a step towards more children's rights and participation. The idea of a children's parliament, as discussed in many countries, aims to make children feel that their voices count. This is particularly relevant in the context of the 1989 UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, which affirms the right of children worldwide to participate. These principles are also reflected in the practical implementation, like this Specialist portal for giftedness explained.
A children's parliament offers the little ones the opportunity to democratically negotiate their own issues and concerns and make decisions. It is a form of learning that John Dewey considered particularly valuable because children understand democratic action best through their own experiences. By actively participating in such a committee, children not only learn to express their wishes, but also to respect other points of view and resolve conflicts.
A new era for the children's advisory board
The trip to the Opel Zoo, where the children were able to observe elephants, hyenas, meerkats and lemurs, was another great experience that brought the group together. The young participants can now look back on new impressions and friendships and are full of enthusiasm to put their ideas into practice.
The children's advisory board is starting the coming term motivated, ready to represent the interests of Karben's children and initiate their own projects. This commitment is important not only for the children involved, but also for the entire community in Karben, which will benefit from fresh perspectives and the enthusiasm of the youngest.