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Find out how a recent natural disaster has impacted on the poor of that country. 

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Find out how a recent natural disaster has impacted on the poor of that country. 

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Resources for Primary and Secondary level looking at SCIAF's response during an international crisis. Includes lesson plans with videos and PowerPoints to share with your class.
Primary

Aimed at upper primary this new resource looks at SCIAF's response during an international crisis.

The lesson plan will help you explore SCIAF's emergency work, the impact of natural disasters on people and planet, and how we're called to care for creation.

After you have completed both lessons in this resource pack, SCIAF will visit with a giant board game. The interactive game is designed to help pupils understand the impact of a natural disaster and SCIAF's response.

Secondary

This new Secondary resource looks at SCIAF's response during a natural or man-made disaster.

The first lesson focuses on Church Teachings on poverty, and how they inform SCIAF's response to an international crisis. The second lesson then encourages pupils to discuss and evaluate the effectiveness of SCIAF's emergency response.

Supporting videos

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Emergency Response Resource for schools | SCIAF

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Resources for Primary and Secondary level looking at SCIAF's response during an international crisis. Includes lesson plans with videos and PowerPoints to share with your class. Aimed at upper primary this new resource looks at SCIAF's response during an international crisis.

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Find out how a recent natural disaster has impacted on the poor of that country

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Find out how a recent natural disaster has impacted on the poor of that country

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Watch this video to find out how SCIAF respond to international crises

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Learn about and support a project that works to help children in other parts of the world have a "better tomorrow" 

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Learn about and support a project that works to help children in other parts of the world have a "better tomorrow" 

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A SCIAF resource exploring the rights of the child to education and, in particular, sharing stories of children living with disabilities in South Sudan.

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A level two primary resource exploring the rights of the child to education and, in particular, sharing stories of children living with disabilities in South Sudan.
This resource explores the importance of receiving an education and looks in particular at the lives of children living with disabilities in South Sudan. Learners will explore how SCIAF work with local partners in South Sudan to support education for all. Contact schools@sciaf.org.uk with questions, and to give any feedback on this resource.

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A level two primary resource exploring the rights of the child to education and, in particular, sharing stories of children living with disabilities in South Sudan. This resource explores the importance of receiving an education and looks in particular at the lives of children living with disabilities in South Sudan.

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Discuss the positive effects of individuals coming together in small groups to achieve a common goal. 

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Discuss the positive effects of individuals coming together in small groups to achieve a common goal. 

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Watch this video from the 2021 Climate March in Glasgow, to hear from Ayaat Hassan from Scotland and Father Chiti from Zambia.

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Learn about and support a project that works to help children in other parts of the world have a "better tomorrow" 

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Learn about and support a project that works to help children in other parts of the world have a "better tomorrow" 

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This resource explores the daily life of a young person living in Uganda and helps pupils recognise similarities and differences with their own lives. There is also an opportunity for pupils to respond in prayer and with faith in action.

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This resource explores the daily life of a young person living in Uganda and helps pupils recognise similarities and differences with their own lives. There is also an opportunity for pupils to respond in prayer and with faith in action.
Teachers notes include an introduction to Uganda, facts and stats on the country and an expanded case study. This resource is particularly useful for those taking part in the Pope Francis Faith Award, and a link to CfE Social Studies Level 2 is noted in the lesson plan.

@SCIAF P6b and P6/5 really enjoyed the workshop where we explored similarities and differences between our lives and the lives of some children in Malawi.

Using video, photos and illustration this resource encourages discussion and celebrates differences and similarities in communities around the world. SCIAF's work is built upon the cornerstone of Christ's teaching to love your neighbour and walk in solidarity with the poor and oppressed. We follow Jesus' example in how He treated the people He encountered with dignity and respect.

If we go in search of other people, other cultures, other ways of thinking, other religious, we come out of ourselves and begin that beautiful adventure that is called 'dialogue'.

- Pope Francis (21 st August 2013, addressing students)

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This resource explores the daily life of a young person living in Uganda and helps pupils recognise similarities and differences with their own lives. There is also an opportunity for pupils to respond in prayer and with faith in action. Teachers notes include an introduction to Uganda, facts and stats on the country and an expanded case study.

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Learn about and support a project that works to help children in other parts of the world have a "better tomorrow" 

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Learn about and support a project that works to help children in other parts of the world have a "better tomorrow" 

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Day in the life - Gedeline

This video explores the daily life of Gedeline, who lives in Rwanda.

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SCIAF | Gedeline's Day in the Life | WEE BOX 2024

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Learn about and support a project that works to help children in other parts of the world have a "better tomorrow" 

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Learn about and support a project that works to help children in other parts of the world have a "better tomorrow" 

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Watch this video to follow a day in the life of Nulai from Cambodia.

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Find out about the Catholic charities in Scotland that help to tackle poverty.

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Find out about the Catholic charities in Scotland that help to tackle poverty.

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Read about SCIAF on our website

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SCIAF - Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund

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SCIAF - Scottish Catholic International Aid Fund

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Find out about the Catholic charities in Scotland that help to tackle poverty.

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Find out about the Catholic charities in Scotland that help to tackle poverty.

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Watch this video all about SCIAF

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Find out about the Catholic charities in Scotland that help to tackle poverty.

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Find out about the Catholic charities in Scotland that help to tackle poverty.

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Take our 'SCIAF - What we do' Quiz today!

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Join a game of kahoot here. Kahoot! is a free game-based learning platform that makes it fun to learn - any subject, in any language, on any device, for all ages!

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As a school, support a Church charity dedicated to improving water supplies to those who need it most. 

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As a school, support a Church charity dedicated to improving water supplies to those who need it most. 

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Find out about SCIAF's focus on water.

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Without clean water, people spend their days carrying heavy loads, rather than working for their families and building a better future.

It's gruelling and often dangerous work. In addition, without water, crops wither and livestock die.

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Without clean water, people spend their days carrying heavy loads, rather than working for their families and building a better future. It's gruelling and often dangerous work. In addition, without water, crops wither and livestock die.

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As a school, support a Church charity dedicated to improving water supplies to those who need it most.

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As a school, support a Church charity dedicated to improving water supplies to those who need it most.

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Shop SCIAF Real Gifts which have a focus on water

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Gifts that make a difference to people in the world’s poorest places. Real Gifts are beautiful, ethical charity gifts for your friends, family and loved ones.

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Write a letter to family members asking them to make small changes that will benefit the poor and why that is important to you. Example: Ask them to buy a SCIAF Real Gift for someone's birthday 

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Write a letter to family members asking them to make small changes that will benefit the poor and why that is important to you. Example: Ask them to buy a SCIAF Real Gift for someone's birthday 

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Read all about SCIAF Real Gifts

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Gifts that make a difference to people in the world's poorest places. Real Gifts are beautiful, ethical charity gifts for your friends, family and loved ones.

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Find out about the Catholic charities in Scotland that help to tackle poverty.

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Find out about the Catholic charities in Scotland that help to tackle poverty.

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Take our SCIAF Real Gifts Kahoot Quiz

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Join a game of kahoot here. Kahoot! is a free game-based learning platform that makes it fun to learn - any subject, in any language, on any device, for all ages!

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Learn about how water resources are threatened around the world 

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Learn about how water resources are threatened around the world 

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Invisible Water - A game where students determine how many litres of water are needed to produce everyday items.

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Join a game of kahoot here. Kahoot! is a free game-based learning platform that makes it fun to learn - any subject, in any language, on any device, for all ages!

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Find out about SCIAFs work to help people start their own businesses. 

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Find out about SCIAFs work to help people start their own businesses. 

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Meet Rosine from Rwanda - she's making a living through her small business thanks to the support SCIAF provided.

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Wee Box 2015 - Cassava Croquettes with Rosine

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Consider taking part in the "Talented Fundraisers" project with SCIAF. 

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Consider taking part in the "Talented Fundraisers" project with SCIAF. 

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Read about Talented Fundraisers and book a launch session.

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The fundraising project is all about giving young people the opportunity to use their creativity, enterprise and other God-given talents to raise awareness and funds for the work of SCIAF. By trusting the students with an initial loan, they can take control of the project and learn through doing.

All the money is then returned to SCIAF to support our work providing long term development and emergency help to people around the world.

The project reflects some of SCIAF's work overseas helping communities to set up saving and loan co-operatives. We provide the tools and training they need to set up a small business in their community, helping people to work their way out of poverty.

You can download and read our Talented Fundraisers Resources to find out everything you need to know to start your project.

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Make a pledge to make one change to something "simple" that will benefit future generations.

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Make a pledge to make one change to something "simple" that will benefit future generations.

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Watch this video and make an Acts of Hope pledge

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Make a pledge to make one change to something "simple" that will benefit future generations.

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Make a pledge to make one change to something "simple" that will benefit future generations.

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Watch this video to get some inspiration for your Acts of Hope.

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Using the SCIAF resource 'Water is Life' learn about the global water crisis.

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Using the SCIAF resource 'Water is Life' learn about the global water crisis.

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A p5/p6/p7 resource which connects key themes from Laudato Si’ with the global water crisis.

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A Primary 5 resource which connects key themes from Laudato Si' with the global water crisis.
Three lessons cover the sacredness of water in Scripture, the global water crisis and SCIAF and our partner's work in Ethiopia. An optional art activity accompanies each lesson and an assembly drama along with other ideas for sharing learning are included as well.

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A Primary 5 resource which connects key themes from Laudato Si' with the global water crisis. Three lessons cover the sacredness of water in Scripture, the global water crisis and SCIAF and our partner's work in Ethiopia. An optional art activity accompanies each lesson and an assembly drama along with other ideas for sharing learning are included as well.

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Invisible Water - A game where students determine how many litres of water are needed to produce everyday items.

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Join a game of kahoot here. Kahoot! is a free game-based learning platform that makes it fun to learn - any subject, in any language, on any device, for all ages!

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Using the SCIAF resource 'Water is Life', look at the sacredness of water within Scripture using the activities suggested. 

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Using the SCIAF resource 'Water is Life', look at the sacredness of water within Scripture using the activities suggested. 

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A p5/p6/p7 resource looking at the sacredness of water

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A Primary 5 resource which connects key themes from Laudato Si' with the global water crisis.
Three lessons cover the sacredness of water in Scripture, the global water crisis and SCIAF and our partner's work in Ethiopia. An optional art activity accompanies each lesson and an assembly drama along with other ideas for sharing learning are included as well.

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A Primary 5 resource which connects key themes from Laudato Si' with the global water crisis. Three lessons cover the sacredness of water in Scripture, the global water crisis and SCIAF and our partner's work in Ethiopia. An optional art activity accompanies each lesson and an assembly drama along with other ideas for sharing learning are included as well.

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Ask SCIAF to host their workshop which explores the cry of the earth and the effects on  the poor.

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Ask SCIAF to host their workshop which explores the cry of the earth and the effects on  the poor.

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Book a SCIAF visit here

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We'd love to visit your parish or school

Every year we visit hundreds of parishes and schools across Scotland. Both parishes and schools play a vital role in our work.
Please fill in the form below and we will get back to you to confirm your visit.
SCIAF in schools: Working with a small team of amazing volunteers we educate young people in Scotland to increase their awareness and understanding of global poverty and its causes. We provide face-to-face visits and downloadable resources which encourage pupils to put their faith into action.

SCIAF in parishes: We support our parish volunteers across Scotland by providing Mass talks, group workshops and resources. We have prayer and reflection resources linked to the liturgical calendar for use by parish groups, children's liturgists and parish priests.

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Every year we visit hundreds of parishes and schools across Scotland. Both parishes and schools play a vital role in our work. Please fill in the form below and we will get back to you to confirm your visit.

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Look at stories from local and global charities that show how one person's love has inspired big changes.

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Look at stories from local and global charities that show how one person's love has inspired big changes.

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Find out who YOUR Climate Hero is in our new SCIAF quiz

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Learn about the dangers facing children in other parts of the world because of poverty or environmental changes. 

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Learn about the dangers facing children in other parts of the world because of poverty or environmental changes. 

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Download SCIAF's Climate Emergency Game pack to play offline.

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After using the SCIAF resources pupils can teach the rest of the school community including parents and carers. 

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After using the SCIAF resources pupils can teach the rest of the school community including parents and carers. 

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Craft + Activism = Craftivism. Climate Craftivism is a way to use craft to make your voice heard on climate injustice.

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Craft + Activism = Craftivism. Climate Craftivism is a way to use craft to make your voice heard on climate injustice.

Download our pack to learn more about Climate Fringe Week and ideas on how you can use your creative talents to campaign for a just and green world.

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Climate Fringe Week: Climate Craftivism pack

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Craft + Activism = Craftivism. Climate Craftivism is a way to use craft to make your voice heard on climate injustice. Download our pack to learn more about Climate Fringe Week and ideas on how you can use your creative talents to campaign for a just and green world.

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Make a pledge to make one change to something "simple" that will benefit future generations. 

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Make a pledge to make one change to something "simple" that will benefit future generations. 

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Use this game as an introduction to thinking about ways we harm creation and recognise how easy it is for us all to contribute to climate change and how we can measure its impact.

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This game is a good introduction to understanding how we contribute to climate change and how we can measure its impact.

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Learn about how water resources are threatened around the world.

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Learn about how water resources are threatened around the world.

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Find out more about the global water crisis.

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Learn about how water resources are threatened around the world.

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Learn about how water resources are threatened around the world.

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Water facts

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Learn about how water resources are threatened around the world and come up with ideas to help change people's behaviour. 

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Learn about how water resources are threatened around the world and come up with ideas to help change people's behaviour. 

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Use this Climate Change Bingo game to help learners recognise how easy it is for us all to contribute to climate change and how we can measure its impact.

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This game is a good introduction to understanding how we contribute to climate change and how we can measure its impact.

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Find out about the damage we are doing to the earth through over consumption. 

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Find out about the damage we are doing to the earth through over consumption. 

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Use this PowerPoint to find out more about how buying more than we need (plastics, clothes, tech) contributes to the global water crisis. Use the Notes section for more information.

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After using the SCIAF resource Water is Life, use the assembly outline contained within the resource so pupils can teach the rest of the school community including parents and carers.

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After using the SCIAF resource Water is Life, use the assembly outline contained within the resource so pupils can teach the rest of the school community including parents and carers.

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A drama for assembly

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After using the SCIAF resource Water is Life, use the assembly outline contained within the resource so pupils can teach the rest of the school community including parents and carers.

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After using the SCIAF resource Water is Life, use the assembly outline contained within the resource so pupils can teach the rest of the school community including parents and carers.

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Prayers for an assembly focused on water

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After using the SCIAF resource Water is Life, use the assembly outline contained within the resource so pupils can teach the rest of the school community including parents and carers.

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After using the SCIAF resource Water is Life, use the assembly outline contained within the resource so pupils can teach the rest of the school community including parents and carers.

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Assembly PPT - When we come together as one

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Learn about how communities in another part of the world are impacted by climate change, and how the church there is responding.

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Learn about how communities in another part of the world are impacted by climate change, and how the church there is responding.

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Climate stories from Malawi, Zambia, Ethiopia and Nicaragua.

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Learn about and support a project that works to help children in other parts of the world have a "better tomorrow" 

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Learn about and support a project that works to help children in other parts of the world have a "better tomorrow" 

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Watch this video to follow a day in the life of Gertrude from Zambia.

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SCIAF | A Day in the Life of Gertrude | WEE BOX 2023

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Learn about how communities in another part of the world are impacted by climate change, and how the church there is responding.

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Learn about how communities in another part of the world are impacted by climate change, and how the church there is responding.

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Read about the Climate Challenge Programme, Malawi

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Learn about the dangers facing children in other parts of the world because of poverty or environmental changes. 

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Learn about the dangers facing children in other parts of the world because of poverty or environmental changes. 

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Play SCIAF's Climate Emergency Game online.

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Choose one of SCIAF's projects and find out how it benefits the environment.

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Choose one of SCIAF's projects and find out how it benefits the environment.

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Watch this video about how communities in Colombia are responding to the call to care for creation.

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Hear from Julien how Water for a Village has helped transform her life, from accessing water at home to irrigating her crops.

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Consider taking part in the Talented Fundraisers project with SCIAF

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Consider taking part in the Talented Fundraisers project with SCIAF

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Find out about the Catholic charities in Scotland that help to tackle poverty.

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Find out about the Catholic charities in Scotland that help to tackle poverty.

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Use SCIAF Real Gift activity sheets to find out more about the Real Gifts of literacy, a vegetable garden and chickens.

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Download the new fundraising tile poster set to help you achieve your fundraising goal. You can also download our activity sheets for facts, a reflection and prayers to support your class fundraising. Use the Real Gift PowerPoint with your class to learn about the difference your donation makes.

Please email getinvolved@sciaf.org.uk if you have any questions regarding Christmas Real Gifts in your school.

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Download these resources to help your school achieve your fundraising goal for Real Gifts.