Safety for all - how Britain keeps us secure
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can explain how safety is protected around the world and evaluate whether the UK is a safe place for everyone.
Key learning points
- International humanitarian laws protect individuals and ensure their safety and rights, regardless of identity.
- International agencies, such as the UN and Red Cross work to uphold these international humanitarian laws.
- International laws shape UK legislation, like the Human Rights Act and Equality Act, to protect all citizens.
Keywords
International humanitarian law - a set of international laws which govern how we must treat other humans
International agencies - organisations working to protect citizens globally and uphold international humanitarian law
Hate crime - a crime motivated by prejudice
Common misconception
Refugees are only protected by the laws of the country they arrive in.
Refugees are protected by international agreements and laws. The geneva convention is very important and outlines how we treat refugees. This is overseen and safeguarded by the UN agency for refugees.
Teacher tip
More detailed statistics are available from the House of Commons library and this may be useful to further illuminate the discussions on human rights and refugees.
Content guidance
Depiction or discussion of sensitive content
Supervision
Adult supervision recommended
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What term is used for someone seeking safety but not yet granted refugee status?
Q2.Which of these countries benefited from a UK scheme to give those fleeing war a place to live in the UK?
Q3.What crime is motivated by prejudice?
Q4.Which British Value relates to how we respect others beliefs?
Q5.Migration is a common part of human history. Can you put the following events into chronological order?
Q6.Which statement is true? A refugee is ...
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Which of these is work that the Red Cross do?
Q2.Can you match the word to the definition?
Q3.Which UK government department look after refugees?
Q4.How many hate crimes were committed in England and Wales between 2022 and 2023?
Q5.Which protected characteristic is missing from this list? Disability, gender reassignment, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation and marriage & civil partnership.
Q6.Which of the following statements is true about the protection of refugees?
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