The Social Justice Group has been looking at injustices experienced by those seeking asylum and this term, have planned a number of activities within the College community to raise awareness and make a difference. Coincidentally, our Year 6 classes have been learning about reasons why people migrate to Australia, including to seek asylum and refugee status.
Social Justice Group members read the story “Jesus was a Refugee” by Australian writer and illustrator Andrew McDonough to Year 6 students. Following this, smaller groups were formed to complete themed activities planned and run by members of the Social Justice Group. Both Year 6 and the senior students thoroughly enjoyed the opportunity of learning and sharing together.
Spending time with the Year 6 girls was a rewarding experience, especially within the context of discussing Jesus As a Refugee, in line with the focus of the Social Justice group at the moment. Interacting with the younger girls was really enjoyable and I was impressed by the insight they brought to the discussion. Stephanie Haines, Year 12
I thought that it was fun, interesting and informative. Charli Langton, Year 6
I found the session really fun and I enjoyed it. I enjoyed completing the maze about Jesus as a refugee, moving to Egypt and Nazereth. Ashley Featherby, Year 6
It was fun and enjoyable because I got to express myself with creativity. I was able to put my own twist on a picture of the border security man who asked Jesus questions when he wanted to move to a different country. Mary Scott, Year 6