social, economic or structural obstacles that prevent individuals from having equal opportunities to succeed or live a life they value

the duty or obligation to act in a way that considers the impact on others and to take ownership for helping or doing what is right in a given situation

the ability of individuals or families to move up or down the social or economic ladder

The responsibility of those in poverty to overcome difficulties

Religious education

Human rights and responsibilities

Freedom of religious expression

Different religious views about freedom of religious expression

Prejudice and discrimination in religion and belief

Different religious views about the status of women in religion

Ethical arguments related to racial discrimination

Racial prejudice and discrimination

Social justice

Attitudes to wealth and its uses

Different religious views about the uses of wealth

Tackling poverty and its causes

Exploitation of people living in poverty; fair pay and interest on loans

Exploitation of people living in poverty  including people-trafficking

Charity and issues with giving money to people living in poverty

In this unit pupils will examine ideas of human rights and reponsibilities. They will examine ideas of religious expression, the status of women and issues related to wealth and charity. Pupils will gain an understanding of different religious and non-religious responses to these issues.

Religion, human rights and social justice

One way out of poverty is through {{}} mobility, which can be achieved through education and access to opportunities.

The {{}} Approach says that poverty is about a lack of real opportunities and that society should help remove barriers.

What is one major barrier to social mobility?

What does the Capability Approach suggest about responsibility?

Why is the idea “anyone can escape poverty if they work hard” misleading?

Jesus teaches about caring for those in need in the Parable of the {{}} and Goats.

What is the main aim of long-term development projects?

What service does Lendwithcare offer to help fight poverty?

It’s not necessary unless you’re wealthy.

What does Proverbs 19:17 suggest about helping the poor?

It lets them choose how to use the money.

Why do some argue that financial support respects a person’s independence?

People have the right to basic living standards.

Only governments are responsible for aid.

What does Article 25 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights say?

The responsibility of those in poverty to overcome difficulties

Lesson outcome