Tag Archives: identity
CFP Deadline: Sep. 30, Special Issue on “Law, Religion and Disability”
The editors of the Canadian Journal of Disability Studies are seeking articles for a special issue on “Law, Religion and Disability.” The editors are seeking articles that articulate the diverse perspectives of disability studies as it relates both to law … Continue reading
We need to strive to protect interfaith respect: Ganesh Naik
CFP Deadline: Jan 31, Essays for Publication on “African Sacred Spaces: Culture, History, and Change.”
Not much has been written about the nexus between spatiality and spirituality in the African experience. Where space has been the subject of intellectual/academic scrutiny, it has often been through sociopolitical prisms. The purpose of this collection of essays is … Continue reading
CFA Deadline: April 18 ,UCSIA Summer School “Culture, Religion and Society”, Belgium
The UCSIA Summer School “Culture, Religion and Society,” to be held 25 August – 1 September 2013, in Antwerp, Belgium) focuses on the topic of Religion, Reform and the Challenge of Plurality. The school will research processes of change that … Continue reading
Malaysia prime example of multicultural learning
Faith, Identity and Belonging: Educating for Shared Citizenship
Some of the major issues that this text focuses on are identity, belonging, participation and engagement in multi-faith and multicultural UK, handling of the sometimes difficult issues that arise when dealing with faith and citizenship in the classroom, theoretical underpining … Continue reading
Unit Two: Tolerance and Respect for Dignity
The theme of this unit is tolerance and respect for dignity and identity within the peace education framework with an emphasis on identities and common human dignities. It thus explores notions of identity in its different contexts. Learning objectives include … Continue reading
Experience Map
In this exercise, students think about their lives, their identities and experiences that have been particularly meaningful in bringing them to who they are now, and in developing their interest in leadership. The exercise emphasizes “journey” and experiences over time, … Continue reading
My Traditions
Students interview their families about an important holiday or tradition and create poems about these celebrations to the accompaniment of handmade musical instruments.
Hip Hop Artists, My Traditions
Students will learn about stereotypes as well as how to identify and challenge their own biases. Students will also make connections to religion as an important aspect of identity and an influence within the realm of Hip-Hop.