Values & Attitudes of Education for Peace
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EmailAwareness of values and attitudes underpin peace education and need to be addressed through the curriculum and the whole school. Education for Peace is founded on the following values and attitudes:
- Respect for others regardless of race, gender, age, nationality, class, sexuality, appearance, political or religious belief, physical or mental ability.
- Empathy - a willingness to understand the views of others from their standpoint.
- A belief in positive change by individuals and groups of people.
- Appreciation of and respect for diversity.
- Self esteem - accepting the intrinsic value of oneself.
- Commitment to nonviolence, equity and social justice.
- Concern for the environment and understanding of our place in the eco-system.
- Commitment to equality.
Latest news from PEN members
| PPU News White Poppies are now available and can be ordered via the PPU website. Lots of Poppy related education resources also available. Read More... |
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| PRET News The Peace Research and Education Trust is currently supporting the work of the Peace Pledge Union in its Project on Conscientious Objectors. Read More... |
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