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"Overcoming poverty is not a gesture of charity; it is an act of social justice... Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world." (Nelson Mandela)

Australian schools are committed to helping students become informed and engaged global citizens with a concern for social justice. If you are a student wanting to learn more or a teacher looking for worksheets and case studies, you will find the resources on this site to make this a reality.

Social Action Diary

World’s Biggest Lesson

In April 2008, over 7 million students worldwide joined in The World’s Biggest Lesson to encourage governments to do more for the 75 million children who miss out on their right to education. Over 1,000 Australian students participated.

Global Leadership Convention

In July, 5,800 students from around Australia learnt about child rights and participated in a child labour simulation at the 2008 World Vision Global Leadership Conventions. The next Global Leadership Conventions will be held from 18 May to 12 June 2009. More details to come...

Coming up! Stand Up!

On 17 October 2008, why not organise your school to participate in STAND UP?

In 2007, 103,000 Australians joined with over 43 million people around the world to STAND UP and SPEAK OUT against poverty and injustice. More information...