1. Learning Objective: To examine the key issues of this topic to prepare for the G.C.S.E. examination.

2. Christianity Jesus – “love your neighbour as yourself” “Treat others as you would wish to be treated” Golden Rule Jesus told a rich man “sell all you have and give to the poor then you will have treasures in heaven” Faith in action – a Christian can’t claim to love God if they are not prepared to help the needy Those who help the needy are rewarded in heaven – parable of the sheep and the goats.

3. Sikhism Dhan (part of sewa) means to serve humanity by giving to charity and giving time to help those in need “There can be no worship with out performing good deeds” Guru Granth Sahib “Heaven is not attained without good deeds” “After you shall depart this life, God shall demand a reckoning of your deeds that in his ledger are recorded” – karma / reincarnation Vand Chhakna – give generously Daswandh – give 1/10 th of surplus wealth to serve others eg disaster relief

4. What are LEDC’s? They are less economically developed countries. They are generally south of the Equator, have high and growing populations, issues with their climate, prone to natural disasters, have been or are ravaged by civil war, have massive national debt and are exploited by richer countries. Examples are – Ethiopia, Rwanda, Tanzania and Uganda – extreme poverty, civil war, political corruption, Aids epidemics and low incomes.

5. Key concepts. Justice – the idea that people have a right to be treated fairly and a share of the wealth Stewardship – the responsibility to look after the world and everything in it, especially the poor Compassion – the ability humans have to be affected by the suffering of others and want to care / help them

6. Basic needs of life! FOOD WATER SHELTER HEALTH EDUCATION EMPLOYMENT

7. What causes poverty across the world? CLIMATE – lack of water, crops fail, severe floods NATURAL DISATERS – floods in Bangladesh, hurricane in Burma, can’t be controlled WAR – unstable governments, civil war, money spent on weapons, destruction of humans & buildings CORRUPTION – no democratically elected government, kept in power by force, bribery & fear, no money to poor DEBT – borrow from World Bank or richer countries, have to pay back high interest, G8 wipe out debts? EXPLOITATION – trade favours richer countries, smaller farmers are paid low amounts for crops eg coffee, Fairtrade tires to ensure a fair price is paid

8. Christianity Jesus – “love your neighbour as yourself” “Treat others as you would wish to be treated” Golden Rule Jesus told a rich man “sell all you have and give to the poor then you will have treasures in heaven” Faith in action – a Christian can’t claim to love God if they are not prepared to help the needy Those who help the needy are rewarded in heaven – parable of the sheep and the goats.

9. Sikhism Dhan (part of sewa) means to serve humanity by giving to charity and giving time to help those in need “There can be no worship with out performing good deeds” Guru Granth Sahib “Heaven is not attained without good deeds” “After you shall depart this life, God shall demand a reckoning of your deeds that in his ledger are recorded” – karma / reincarnation Vand Chhakna – give generously Daswandh – give 1/10 th of surplus wealth to serve others eg disaster relief

10. CAFOD – just one world Set up in 1962 by Catholic churches to make fundraising more effective. Gives money to disaster relief & aid work, campaigns for a fairer world, education work. Recent projects – water pipes in a shanty town in Brazil for access to clean water.

11. Khalsa Aid Set up in 1999, an inter-national relief organisation founded on the Sikh principles of sewa, selfless service and universal love. A UK registered charity, also in North America & Asia. Provides relief to victims of disasters, wars & other tragic events. Recent projects – flood victims in the Punjab, emergency aid, helping refugees and rebuilding lives.

12. Types of Aid Short-term aid = immediate response to an emergency – essentials – medicine, food, clean water, tents and blankets. Often charities join forces to raise money and then to distribute the aid. Governments often promise money and aid, and charities are in a good position to get it to the affected areas. Examples – China earthquake, Burmese floods. Long-term aid = rebuild the lives of the survivors. Helping people recover physically and emotionally. Set up projects like building schools, hospitals, wells for clean water.

13. Gandhi “Give a man a fish and he can feed himself for a day; teach him how to use a fishing rod and he can feed himself forever” Can you explain the difference between the 2 types of aid using this quote from Gandhi?

14. Sustainable Development “development which meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs” Growth and development must take place within limits, without ecological and cultural disruption, and use technology which can be maintained locally. Environment must maintain industries without pollution and natural resources should not be exploited or used up. Examples – Village Volunteers – improve life in villages eg health care, economic growth, equality, justice, rights Rainforest Alliance – ensure forestry, farming & tourism do not damage the rainforest & benefit local people.

15. What can religious believers do about world poverty? Buy Fairtrade products Organise sponsored events Give time / money to a project Raise other people’s awareness of the issues Pray Read their Holy Book for teachings & guidance Organise events at their place of worship Get involved with a charity eg CAFOD or Khalsa Aid