We celebrate people who walk in justice

"What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God?" (Micah 6.8)

The other day we read The United Nations Rights of the Child (pg. 100 in your Religion text). It states very clearly that there are a number of intrinsic rights that we have as human beings such as life, food, clothing, housing, work, a living wage, etc). These rights are given out of justice, not out of charity; they are given because it is just and fair, not only because we feel generous.
In justice, one gives to others what is theirs by right.

1. We are called to love our neighbors - locally and globally. What do we do when we see others being denied their basic human rights? Many organizations have been created to fight for those people whose rights are being denied. Select an organization that is involved in social justice issues and research the organization:

- who started the organization? 
- how was the organization formed?
- who belongs to the organization?
- how long has it existed?
- what does it do to help community?
- what social justice issue does it undertake?
- what basic human right does it address?

You may choose one of the following:
- Development and Peace
- The Women's Shelter
- The Salvation Army
- Knights of Columbus
- Catholic Women's League
- United Way
- Soup Kitchen
- Food Bank
- Samaritan's Purse
- Ryan's Well 

(discuss your choice selection with your classmates to ensure that everyone researches a different organization)

2. We know that we have certain rights just because we're human but, unfortunately, not all rights are respected. With a partner, choose one right we all share (page 100) and make a public service announcement bringing people's awareness to the issue. It must be made to air on YTV. Watch  some of the following public service announcements made by young people around the world urging people to respect human rights. A public service announcement's goal is to educate and inform the public on a particular issue. It is also meant to inspire change in people's hearts. Think of who your target audience is. How will you accomplish those goals?
Presentations will take place on Wednesday, February 11.