The theme of Refugee Week 2023 was 'compassion', a vital value we should nurture in all young people, in terms of compassion for themselves, their wider communities, and indeed as a global community.
Nurturing compassion, empathy and understanding are at the heart of what we do at Lyfta and all our storyworlds are designed to do this by sharing slices of life from all around the world, allowing students to experience a range of perspectives, connect, and stand for a moment in someone else's shoes.
Refugee Week gives educators the ideal opportunity to raise awareness and to generate important discussions in the classroom to nurture compassion and empathy. This topic can be incorporated into history, geography, social studies or PSHE or could be explored as part of personal development time, tutor time or in an assembly.
Talk to students about the global refugee crisis and, importantly, the lived experiences of refugees. Use age-appropriate resources, literature, videos, and stories that shed light on the journeys, struggles, and resilience of refugees. Encourage discussions to help students develop empathy and a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by refugees.
