Background
Among the goals and criteria that articulate the essence of the Sacred Heart school in the United States Goal Three matches JPIC commitment: Commitment to educate to a social awarness which impels to action.
- The school educates to a critical consciousness that leads its total community to analyze and reflect on the values of society and to act for justice.
- The school offers all its members opportunities for direct service and advocacy and instills a life-long commitment to service.
- The school is linked in a reciprocal manner with ministries among people who are poor, marginalized and suffering from injustice.
- In our multicultural world, the school prepares and inspires students to be active, informed, and responsible citizens locally, nationally, and globally.
- The school teaches respect for creation and prepares students to be stewards of the earth's resources.
Activities
Social justice class which is a required course for all seniors. Explores the causes and consequences of hunger, homelessness, discrinination etc. Includes a week long community service internship with a non-profit agency.
People being served
People being served : Agents of transformation (Educators)
Schedule
Project status : Ongoing
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Overview
Focus of the project : People
JPIC Imperative :
UN Sustainable Development Goals :
