Childrens Parliament

"...The Barefoot College came up with the idea of a Children ’s Parliament so that children could learn how a democracy functions,the importance of the vote, standing up for your rights and not letting yourself be exploited because you are poor. The children elect their own Parliament and their own Ministers. They can make decisions about the running of their schools and dismiss teachers who neglect their duties. The children can also have their say in matters concerning their villages,such as the supply of water and electricity..."