Citizenship Quote by Gaby Weiner
““It is particularly important to note that, in a democracy, education has never been concerned only with supplying the needs of the economy or ensuring effective socialisation; it also has strong traditions of preparing for citizenship, extending possibilities for learning and promoting social progress.””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Education for Citizenship, 2020
Democracy’s education aims beyond economic needs, fostering citizenship, learning, and social progress.
In simple terms: Education prepares citizens, not just workers.
Key Takeaway
Support holistic education that builds civic responsibility.
Themes
education
democracy
citizenship
social progress
learning
Mood
hopeful
reflective
Type
policy
philosophical
When to use this quote
- school curricula
- policy debates
- community workshops
Key Concepts
civic education
social theory
human development
Questions to Reflect On
- How can schools integrate civic training with job skills?
- What role should citizens play in shaping education?
A Different Perspective
Balancing economic demands with civic goals is challenging.
![“The devotion of democracy to education is a familiar fact. . . . [A] government resting upon popular suffrage cannot be successful unless those who elect . . . their governors are educated.” quote by John Dewey](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/197/john-dewey-545_being-successful_the-devotion-of-democracy-to-education-i_802790.jpg)
