School Resources

A student workbook on the Uluru Statement from the Heart. 

A simulation game for Years 3–8 as they explore living without easy access to water.

A complete guide with stories, curriculum and learning tasks explore the stories of Project Compassion 2024.

Learn about Cool Burning / Carbon Farming through the work of Caritas Australia's partner, Aboriginal Carbon Foundation.

An information PPT about the Sustainable Development Goals, their links to Catholic Social Teachings and the work of Caritas Australia.

An introduction to the principles of Catholic Social Teaching for primary school students.

A PowerPoint explaining Caritas Australia's strengths-based approach to community development.

A reference guide to learn about human trafficking and modern slavery.

A simulation experience focusing on poverty and injustice.

A fillable PDF for students to record their learning throughout Project Compassion.

Definition and history of the Stolen Generations for upper primary and secondary students with a case study and discussion prompts.

Activities and a case study about Biru, who gained the support and skills he needed to establish his own bicycle repair business.

A story of Halima who is raising her two children in a refugee camp in Cox’s Bazar, Bangladesh. Learning activities included.

A sequence of learning activities designed to learn about the life of St Oscar Romero and how he was counter-cultural in his actions and words. There are activities included to have students reflect on their own actions and words and present their own understanding about St Oscar Romero. 

A story about Shirley, an indigenous health worker in the Philippines. Learning activities included.

A presentation and accompanying activities designed to deepen student's knowledge and application of the seven Laudato Si' Goals.

Activities and a case study about Rosalie who is a now a business owner, a community leader and a role model for other ex-combatants seeking to readjust to civilian life.

Priscilla - Zimbabwe Case Study (Secondary)

A template to explore the problems and solutions of a social justice issue. Suitable for upper primary and secondary students.

Two-page guide to reflect on how we can respond to the encyclical Laudato Si'.

An introduction to the issue of water and sanitation around our world.