"It is essential that young people are involved in the fight to destroy poverty. But I don't think it makes sense to skip school in order to protest for fairer conditions for people as this includes education." - Hannah, 16, Kent.
"Going on a protest and understanding the reasons for it is going to teach us much more than a day in school could - I believe it's more important than knowing how to do Pythagoras or the like!" - Hamish, 14, Cornwall.
"The importance of education should be respected, but it is important for young people to play an active role in tackling issues." - Rajay, 17, Coventry.
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