22 April 2012 - At a time when many are deeply cynical about politicians and the political process, it’s refreshing to hear a teenager call herself “lucky” for getting to spend a day at Queen’s Park to debate public policy.
That Helen Costa is only 13 should give us even more hope for the future. She is part of Girls Government, a non-partisan initiative of New Democrat MPP Cheri DiNovo. It introduces Grade 8 girls to social issues and the political environment in the hope that some will grow up to consider politics as a career option.
For the full story, see The Star.
22 April 2012 - At a time when many are deeply cynical about politicians and the political process, it’s refreshing to hear a teenager call herself “lucky” for getting to spend a day at Queen’s Park to debate public policy.
That Helen Costa is only 13 should give us even more hope for the future. She is part of Girls Government, a non-partisan initiative of New Democrat MPP Cheri DiNovo. It introduces Grade 8 girls to social issues and the political environment in the hope that some will grow up to consider politics as a career option.
For the full story, see The Star.