The right to take part in society

• To hold and give their opinions and ideas in the home, at work, within services, on a committee or on social media

• To get together with others without fear such as to hold a public meeting, or to meet in private, such as with friends and neighbours 

• To take part in planning and decision-making in the community on issues that affect their health or the health of their family 

• People can also participate through a freely chosen representative, for example a local councillor or a union official