who a person is, or the qualities of a person or group that make them different than others

the traits that we inherit through genes, like eye colour, skin tone or height

the environment and experiences that shape you after you are born

Can identity be defined?

Citizenship

What debates exist around British identity?

How is the UK population changing?

How diverse is UK society?

Is there mutual respect in UK society?

Can a changing and diverse society lead to unity?

Pupils explore what identity is and how the UK population is changing considering how diverse the UK is and exploring mutual respect and understanding between different groups within society.

How is UK society diverse and changing?

core beliefs or principles that guide how individuals or societies think and act

a large group of people connected by shared elements such as culture, traditions, history and language

all the inhabitants of a particular place or region

the people living together in an ordered community

when a group has people with different backgrounds and experiences; this can be differences in nationality, ethnicity, culture, religion, language, identity, interests, skills and perspectives

the movement of people from one place to another, for example, moving from one country to another

the process of people moving from one country to another to live and work

treating others with kindness and consideration, valuing their feelings and rights

the willingness to recognise and co-exist with beliefs, opinions and values that are different to ours; it enables us to peacefully live with people we may disagree with

a group of people living in the same place or having a particular characteristic in common

a society or community made up of several cultural or ethnic groups

the idea or belief that individuals or groups with different ethnicities, cultures and religions can coexist peacefully and respect each other

coming together as one, despite differences, to achieve a common goal or purpose; creating a sense of belonging and shared identity in a community while valuing diversity, respect and shared values

the process of bringing diverse people, groups or ideas together to live and work alongside each other

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