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Just for Girls

Get Involved in the Political Action

1. Learn about great things women have done in the past and what they have achieved - ask your school librarian to recommend a biography of an extraordinary woman.


2. Speak Up - say what you think and challenge things you think are wrong - in class, at home, during your activities.


3. Get involved in a political campaign - volunteer to help a candidate out by volunteering on their campaign.


4. Do something for your community - clean-up a park, collect food for the food bank, etc.


5. Become a Page:
   1. House of Commons Page Program
   2. Senate Page Program - For more information contact: bernir@sen.parl.gc.ca
   3. Government of Alberta Page Program


6. Start a Youth Council in your town or city or join one that already exists:
   1. City of Edmonton Youth Council


7. Become an MLA for a Day:
   1. Government of Alberta: Mr. Speaker's MLA For a Day


8. Watch the news for your local elected representatives - listen to what they say and think about whether you agree or disagree.


9. Run for a leadership position in your school, sports team or club.