Happy Birthday Citizenship Foundation!

So, the streamers are up, the cakes are out and the office is buzzing like a group of anxious children awaiting their birthday. Today is the Citizenship Foundation's 20th anniversary and like any other birthday we are celebrating with a good party this evening at the Law Society.

The Foundation has come a long way in twenty years, from starting off with a few pioneering projects led by 3 inspired individuals, that taught young people how the law affected them in relevant and current ways. Now in 2009 we have grown to over 35 members of staff, 9 key projects and of course are now part of a national consortium promoting youth leadership - The Youth of Today. In that time citizenship has become a statutory subject in schools, highlighting just how important it is for young people to learn about the law, politics, the economy and how to participate in their community.

Leadership and citizenship have always a close bond, with both encompassing values of enthusiasm, motivation and acting as positive role models. The Citizenship Foundation is proud to be 20 years old, but it is also proud to be a partner of The Youth of Today and keen to see what the next 20 years may bring.

Happy Birthday Citizenship Foundation! :-)