Democracy: Are You In?
People have power! Get involved and help shape Australian democracy.
Location
Main floor
Your everyday actions can sustain and improve Australia's democratic ways of life.
Discover the stories of ordinary Australians whose civic engagement – from signing a petition to giving evidence at a royal commission – have had a direct impact on parliamentary decisions, governance, and the way we live today. How do you participate?
Plan your visit
A video with bright flickering lights and a soundtrack plays on loop in the room.
There are some dimly lit sections of the exhibition.
There are opportunities to use touch screens and complete activities with pen and paper.
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