How does Britain promote safety for everyone?
I can explain how safety is protected around the world and evaluate whether the UK is a safe place for everyone.
How does Britain promote safety for everyone?
I can explain how safety is protected around the world and evaluate whether the UK is a safe place for everyone.
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Lesson details
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.
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Starter quiz
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Exit quiz
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a crime motivated by prejudice
a set of rules which govern how we must treat other humans
organisations working to protect citizens globally