The following resources can be used with children and young people to raise awareness and initiate discussion on matters relating to migration, asylum, race, ethnicity, nationality, faith and Christian response.

Drawing by Yvonne Naylor www.puppetwoman.org

DOWNLOADABLE RESOURCES

The following  resources were written and piloted locally by Yvonne Naylor during her time on the staff of the Irish School of Ecumenics.
Moving Beyond Sectarianism
A helpful resource for teachers, youth leaders and young people aged 14 – 18. For more information and downloads click here

Who We Are – Dealing With Difference
This resource examines issues of identity, diversity and inclusion and is suitable for use by teachers, youth leaders and children aged 9 -14. For more information and downloads click here 
 

Stepping Out
A resource for teachers, youth leaders and children aged 5 – 9, which considers themes of identity, diversity and inclusion. For more information and downloads click here 

Other downloads:
Exploring Cultural Diversity
Activity ideas from Equality NI, prepared for use by primary school children.

Living Together
Materials prepared under 5 themes by the British Council for use by teachers and youth leaders working with young people aged 11-18. The themes are Migration, Integration, Tensions, Whose Values Should Dominate and Participation in Public Life.

Racial Equality in Education
A good practice guide for teachers and youth leaders.

Raising Awareness – Diversity and Racism
An activity pack prepared by Equality NI for schools and youth workers

Struggle for Justice 
Five modules suitable for Citizenship classes at Key Stages 3 and 4. The resource aims to show young people that it is possible to make their voices heard and effect change in society. The five modules are: Community and Identity; Community Safety; Media and Racism; Racial Discrimination, and Youth and Protest.

Think of Me Think of You
An anti-discrimination resource from Save The Children, which was prepared by young people for young people. 

BOOKS
There are many books available which raise issues in the context of a story. The book lists below highlight a selection of titles. If you have a favourite which is not included, please tell us about it and we’ll add it to the list.

Reading List - Identity, Difference & Race.pdf

Reading List - International conflicts.pdf (includes issues relating to asylum)

Non-Fiction
Count Me In A collection of experiences and views from young people from minority ethnic communities in Northern Ireland. For more details click here 

Celebrating Diversity: Some Biblical Perspectives A booklet for youth workers, prepared by and available from Youthlink. For more details click here

Connect: Different Faiths Shared Values An inter faith action and resource guide for young people aged 16 – 25. For more details click here.

DVDs

Islamophobia and a Safe Place
This double DVD set and education pack from Show Racism the Red Card aims to tackle racism towards asylum seekers and refugees and combat the recent growth in Islamophobia. It is suitable for Key Stages 2 and above, as well as adults. It costs £30; further details are available at www.theredcard.org.

WEBSITES

Artsekta
Based in Belfast, this group seeks to build relationships and understanding between cultures through the arts. Visit their ‘events & festivals’ pages for details of upcoming youth events. 

BBC Northern Ireland Schools Citizenship Course
An interactive website which supports the KS 3 and KS 4 Citizenship course, exploring topics such as diversity and exclusion in Northern Ireland. 

Britkid
An interactive website about race, racism and life as seen through the eyes of British young people. 

The Big Pic 
A website for young people living in Northern Ireland which supports the KS 3 and KS 4 Citizenship course.

The Centre for Global Education
Information on Global Education in Schools NI project.

Children’s Law Centre 

Children’s Rights Alliance 

Church of Ireland Youth Department 

Department of Youth & Children’s Work (Methodist Church)

The Horizon Project
A project which seeks to promote cultural understanding among 11 – 18 year olds throughout Ireland.

Lift Off 
Lift Off is a cross-border primary human rights education initiative in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland. It provides materials and activities to introduce children to the concept of human rights and help develop respect and responsibility to underpin these rights.  

Presbyterian Church in Ireland Youth Office

Save the Children

UNICEF
The UNICEF website contains information and resources for teachers and students on topics including citizenship, diversity and rights. 

Who Is My Public Servant?  
A website with a local focus for young people. It highlights issues and raises awareness of their representation in local government.

Youthcom 

Youth In Motion
A program which brings together young people from different community backgrounds in Northern Ireland to create original music.

Youthlink