Should students be encouraged to participate in social activism from a young age, and why?

No. This encourages radicalisation and indoctrination towards minds that are not fully developed. Students should have political exposure limited somewhat until they reach voting age.

no, students should wait till they have finished school or are 18 to make decisions that will effect social activity

No, when committed to a strong political opinion at ages under 15 - there is immaturity and an inability to fully grasp a concept

I think it is important for young people to have their voices heard

Students should be taught knowledge so they can form their own opinions. They should not be instructed on what their opinion should be on a subject. Lets take a topic that you are an expert on, as an example. For me it is motorsport. When I talk to a casual viewer, their opinions are often backward and completely removed from logic. It is because they have little to no knowledge on the subject to properly form a reasonable opinion. This is the same for young students. They cannot possibly understand a subject enough to warrant being an 'activist'.

No. It is a waste of time. Go to school, get a job and stop wasting your time protesting about anything.

Yes, students should be encouraged to participate in social activism from a young age for several reasons:

Fostering Critical Thinking: Engaging in social activism encourages students to think critically about societal issues. It helps them analyze different perspectives, understand complex problems, and develop their own informed opinions.

Building Empathy and Social Responsibility: Participation in activism cultivates empathy as students learn about the experiences of others, particularly marginalized communities. This can lead to a greater sense of social responsibility and a desire to contr…  Read moreibute positively to society.

No, most opinions aren't formed until around 18 to 20 and at earliest 16.

No because it robs them of their childhood and makes them view the world as bleak and unenchanting.

Yes. Engaging with social activism is important to be better equipped to handle situations that may arise in the future. It is also important for expanding beyond one's own circle compassionately.

Yes, engaging with policies and political decisions is always good

No activism should be freedom of choice but nobody should be forced into it against their own free will but it is good for youth to have a voice.

If social activism is encouraged by leaders, it has no value. Transgression needs to be taken, at risk, and by force, and only when something is so wrong that we feel the necessary move to act. Otherwise, it's just entertainment.

No I believe that student shouldn’t and they should make up their minds and that we should not indoctrinate children by encouraging a lifestyle that can help them or endanger them

Yes, engaging with policies and political decisions is always good

No, it is useless and an annoyance to the general public.

Why not, as long as it is done in safe and non violent manner

No, primary and high school students should not be allowed to participate in social activism as they should be in school learning. They are to young to be able to make a properly informed decision on topics like environment or wars in other countries.