Becoming a Force for Good Module 2 Champions for Justice FACILITATOR NOTES Print the notes page view of this presentation for reference during the class session Present the PowerPoint slides via a projector or monitor to students using SLIDE SHOW viewing mode

Becoming a Force for Good Mission & Objectives TEACHER Becoming a Force for Good Mission & Objectives Mission Building champions for social justice   Objectives Reinforce the importance of diversity Identify actions that may lead to injustice (Module 2) Challenge students to stand for justice (Module 2) Encourage the adoption of habits that support social justice Charts that have the TEACHER INDICATOR in the upper left corner are not intended for student viewing (Teacher discretion)

AGENDA Module 2 Charts Step Up Activity 4 - 8 TEACHER AGENDA Module 2 Charts Step Up Activity 4 - 8 Differences can be targets of injustice 9 - 11 Champions for Social Justice 12 - 14 Reflection 15 Charts that have the TEACHER INDICATOR in the upper left corner are not intended for student viewing (Teacher discretion)

TEACHER Step Up! ACTIVITY The purpose of the Step Up activity is to help students gain an understanding of how others have been affected by teasing, bullying and exclusion. The following three Teacher charts provide instruction on how to implement this activity in your classroom. Charts that have the TEACHER INDICATOR in the upper left corner are not intended for student viewing (Teacher discretion)

TEACHER Step Up! ACTIVITY Charts that have the TEACHER INDICATOR in the upper left corner are not intended for student viewing (Teacher discretion) Select the Step Up Statements from the following chart that work best for your group. It is not necessary to use a large number of statements.

Step Up! TEACHER ACTIVITY Charts that have the TEACHER INDICATOR in the upper left corner are not intended for student viewing (Teacher discretion) This list is a bit overwhelming and is offered up to provide a variety of examples of the type of questions that the facilitator might choose to ask. Only a handful of questions should be needed to move all students forward into the circle.

Step Up! TEACHER ACTIVITY Charts that have the TEACHER INDICATOR in the upper left corner are not intended for student viewing (Teacher discretion)

Step Up! ACTIVITY FACILITATOR NOTES Display this slide to the class during the Step Up! activity

Differences Acts of Injustice Differences between people often spark social injustice Race Religion Gender Sexual orientation Disability Ethnicity Socio-economic status Physical appearance Differences Bullying Blaming Judging Ignoring Abusing Excluding Ridiculing Discriminating Misrepresenting Misunderstanding Sexual Misconduct Acts of Injustice FACILITATOR NOTES Diversity is good Go through the differences that represent diversity Unfortunately, the differences among us that are the basis of diversity can be targets of social injustice Read through the list of injustices and address any questions

“Somebody has to stand when other people are sitting “Somebody has to stand when other people are sitting. Somebody has to speak when other people are quiet.” — Bryan Stevenson Equal Justice Initiative FACILITATOR NOTES “Becoming a force for good” involves not only being kind to one another, but using one’s voice and presence in order to stand against injustice Please note that Gandhi’s story is featured in Module 2 as an example of non-violent intervention

How does injustice make you feel? Group Discussion How does injustice make you feel? DISCUSS Sometimes injustice can cause great physical harm, but other times being treated unfairly can hurt someone really badly and no one else can see it. How does it make you feel when you are excluded by others? How might someone feel when they participate in a group that is excluding another student or group of students? How do you feel when someone ignores you when you are trying to talk to them? Do you catch yourself doing the same to others? FACILITATOR NOTES Reinforce key learnings through student discussion

Champions for Social Justice DISCUSS FACILITATOR NOTES Some people have gained well-deserved attention as champions of social justice, including: Abraham Lincoln Mother Teresa Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Nelson Mandela Malala Yousafzai Have the class briefly discuss the work that each of these notable people have accomplished in the fight for social justice

Gandhi - Mini Biography VIDEO Gandhi - Mini Biography Mahatma Gandhi was an international symbol for human rights whose personal dedication to nonviolent resistance inspired generations. Find out more about his life and work in this mini biography. Source: Biography.com https://www.biography.com/video/gandhi-mini-biography-469938755902 FACILITATOR NOTES This short video tells the story of Mahatma Gandhi Gandhi’s legacy serves as an international symbol of peace and human rights He has inspired people to stand up against injustice in a peaceful manner, as he did Civil Rights champion Martin Luther King Jr. was one of those influenced by Gandhi

Group Discussion Gandhi Video Gandhi was known for peaceful acts of persistence, and used his words, body and the community to make a bigger impact. What incident did Gandhi experience that led him to turn his career toward civil rights and social justice? How did Gandhi respond to acts of oppression? FACILITATOR NOTES Its important that students feel comfortable in sharing their perspectives with the group. Make sure that everyone that wishes to speak is heard.

Reflection List times that you’ve either experienced or observed instances of social injustice. What actions might you be able to take to help prevent social injustice from happening to those around you? Why is it important to speak up for yourself and others? Share the STOP INJUSTICE magnet with a trusted adult and discuss your reflection. FACILITATOR NOTES Distribute Stop Injustice magnets to each student Encourage students to talk about the things they’ve learned and discussed at home