Political Self and Identity

Study Notes

Individuals can participate in civic activities through voting, volunteering, advocacy, community engagement, education and awareness, and participation in civil society organizations.
Voting involves exercising the right to vote in local, national, and international elections.
Volunteering involves donating time and effort to support organizations or causes that benefit the community.
Advocacy involves speaking up for issues through writing letters to policymakers, participating in protests, or using social media to raise awareness.
Community engagement involves getting involved in community projects, attending town hall meetings, or joining neighborhood associations.
Education and awareness involve educating oneself and others about social and political issues, promoting dialogue and understanding within the community.
Participation in civil society organizations involves joining or supporting non-profit organizations, advocacy groups, or grassroots movements that work towards positive social change.

The digital self is the online reflection of a person's identity and activities, encompassing data generated through interactions, social media profiles, and browsing history.
Digital technology changes how we act online, and interactions shape perceptions, and different online spaces influence us.
Digital citizenship involves using technology and the internet responsibly, respecting other people's privacy, being kind online, and knowing how to stay safe in the digital world.
Digital citizenship entails both rights, such as privacy and freedom of expression, and duties, such as respecting the privacy of others and using technology responsibly.
It involves adhering to conventions such as being polite online and thinking critically about the material encountered.

The political self is a representation of oneself in the context of politics, integrating personal identity with political opinions, values, and associations.
Individuals develop their political identity through personal experiences, social influences, and exposure to political information.
Personal experiences include interactions with government institutions, encounters with social issues, and participation in community activities.
Social influences include family, friends, and community, which play a significant role in shaping political identity.
Exposure to political information through media, education, and online platforms influences political beliefs.
Active citizenship involves being informed, participating in civic activities, and advocating for causes that matter, taking an active role in addressing issues, contributing to decision-making processes, and promoting positive change.