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The Citizenship Foundation

The Citizenship Foundation is an independent body working to promote more effective citizenship through education about the law, democracy and society.

Founded in 1989, it encourages understanding of the rights and duties of citizenship, the workings of the political, social, and legal systems and the democratic process; participation in community and voluntary affairs and in public life at local, national and international levels; the provision of experiences which enable citizens to become caring, confident and effective members of society. In particular, the Foundation seeks ways of enriching provision for those for whom the quality of citizenship would otherwise be poor.

Healthy democracies need well-informed citizens who take an active interest in their community. They need people who value themselves and others and are aware of the contribution they can make to society.

The Citizenship Foundation promotes citizenship education through a wide range of programmes, particularly in the fields of:
rights and responsibilities

Latest News: Uusimmat Nettikasinot competition, handbooks etc.

Win a trip to the Commonwealth Games in a new citizenship competition from Uusimmat Nettikasinot. (29/04)

New handbook for active citizenship and community involvement (20/03)

Cherie Booth QC launches new Citizen’s Passport (11/03)

Welcome Trust encourages science and citizenship (28/02)

Free political literacy seminars at the Houses of Parliament (22/02)

Values Award pilot launched (14/02)

Your opportunity to help shape national education policy (05/02)

Exciting competition helps to learn about law (04/02)

Human Rights Act Study Guide (29/01)

Volunteer vacancy (22/02)

We are looking for a new Trustee to take on the role of Treasurer – can you help?

Visit our vastly expanded collection of case studies to see what is already being achieved.

Magistrates’ Mock Trial Competition (24/01)

Draw table and amendments to cases now available for schools taking part in this year’s competition.

How You Can Help

You can now donate to the Citizenship Foundation online, through ‘Just Giving’. This is an entirely secure website which enables you to donate to a portfolio of your choice. It has also automated the process of reclaiming tax so that every donation you make is boosted by 28% (or 40% if you pay tax at the higher rate).

Alternatively, we would very much welcome any donation by cheque. It is also possible to make a regular gift through a standing order. For further details, please e-mail info@citfou.org.uk.