The Meaning of Citizenship
- The speaker believes that the word 'citizenship' is important but its meaning has been lost. 37s
- People need to feel like they are living meaningful lives and that they are not just going through the motions. 7m25s
The Seven Keys to Citizenship
- The speaker worked at an institution for people with learning disabilities and had a negative experience with the conditions. 2m19s
- The speaker worked with a woman named Wendy to develop a framework called the seven keys to citizenship. 6m3s
- Freedom is a key part of citizenship and that includes the freedom to make mistakes and learn from them. 8m55s
- Everyone needs money to be free from dependence, and that a basic income could help to ensure that everyone has enough money to live on. 10m4s
- Good help is the foundational basis of citizenship. 14m7s
- Homes are important for citizenship because they root people as citizens belonging to their communities. 14m27s
- Community is important for citizenship because it is created anytime citizens choose to come together. 16m31s
Shared Responsibility and Action
- Citizens must share resources, including physical resources, space, places, and money fairly so that everyone can flourish. 20m10s
- There is a need to improve decision-making processes, moving away from the current model of democracy to a more inclusive one where everyone is involved. 20m23s
- Citizens need to take responsibility for the planet, including its diverse forms of life, and act responsibly to overcome divisions such as sexism, racism, and prejudices. 20m49s








