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What is Religious Discrimination? KS2-4
Questions & Discussion
What is Religious Discrimination?
o Religious discrimination is when a person is victimised or treated unfairly because of their
religion or religious culture.
-Can you think of any examples from your own experience? Can you think of any
examples in the news?
Why does Religious Discrimination happen?
o Religious discrimination can happen anywhere, and people who discriminate can come
from many different backgrounds and cultures.
o Sometimes people do not realise that by their words or actions they are discriminating.
o A lot of religious discrimination happens simply because another person’s way of life or
traditions are not properly understood (for example their religious dress or rituals).
-Can you think of any other reasons why religious discrimination might happen?
o Some religious people can conflict with each other because of their rituals and way of life.
-Can you think of any examples?
-Why do you think this happens?
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When did Religious Discrimination start?
o Religious discrimination has been around for a long time. There have been problems
between people of different religions for thousands of years.
-Why do you think this is?
-Can you think of any examples of religious discrimination in history?
What can be done about Religious Discrimination today?
o We can all help stop religious discrimination from happening today. Here are some
examples:
We can make sure that we don’t have negative attitudes, don’t stereotype
and that we treat everyone with mutual respect.
We can speak out against people who are bullies and show support to
people who are victims of religious discrimination.
We can all try to learn about different cultures and religions.
-Can you think of any other ways that we can help stop Religious Discrimination
today?
For more information on Religious Discrimination see:
RE Online
www.reonline.org.uk
Equality and Human Rights Commission
www.equalityhumanrights.com
Your Rights
www.yourrights.org.uk
The Home Office
www.homeoffice.gov.uk
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