3.  Actions and processes which seek to influence other people, often people in powerful positions  Aims to bring about change to things like laws, policies and allocation of resources that affect people’s lives  Can be:  single-issue, time-limited campaign (eg Earth Hour) or  Ongoing work undertaken around a range of issues (eg GetUp)

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6.  Not taking political sides  Approaching issue from the perspective of Catholic Social Teachings, Church standpoint, Christian Brothers’ stance, aligned to the Charter  Looking to engage our young people in amplifying the voices of people whose voices are not being heard due to poverty, oppression, exclusion, marginalization  Looking for students to use their skills and passion for a worthwhile cause

7. Speak out for those who cannot speak… Speak out, judge fairly, defend the rights of the poor and needy. Proverbs 31:8-9

10. http://www.eraforchange.com/

11. Brisbane  Melbourne  Sydney  National movement  International Movement Edmund Rice International Edmund Rice Education Beyond Borders

12.  Become informed about the issues and advocacy opportunities  Engage more fully in the Justice & Peace in the Curriculum Program  Be involved personally  ERA for Change – sign up on website, Twitter, Facebook  Professional Development – Edmund Rice Centre, Edmund Rice International Course  Engage in various campaigns and events:  NAIDOC Week  Stella Fella Campaign against Human Trafficking  Detention for Detention

13. Charity Solidarity Advocacy Justice

14. June 2014