Conflict and refugees

A selection of resources on conflict, including our Peace, conflict and community cohesion unit with weeks of content for Post-16 General RE. 

The 'Blessed are the Peacemakers' film, designed to fit GCSE RS specifications, features some of the peace-building work done by CAFOD partners around the world. More resources for GCSE at cafod.org.uk/gcse. 

Refugees in Lesbos, Greece

Refugee crisis

Resources to help young people learn about and pray for refugees.

People in Nepal affected by flooding heading home after receiving support from CAFOD's partner, Caritas Nepal

Emergencies news

News on the latest emergencies, including the floods in South Asia, and how CAFOD partners are helping.

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  • On the move refugee simulation activity On the move refugee simulation activity (948kb, pdf)

    On the move invites young people to follow a refugee family on their journey to safety.

  • El Salvador country guide El Salvador country guide (2mb, pdf)

    Find out about the country and our partner's work to overcome gang violence. Includes a gang dilemma role play and a reflective art activity on Salvadorean crosses for KS3.

  • Young leaders in the Middle East Young leaders in the Middle East (739kb, pdf)

    Read about inspiring young leaders in the Middle East and discuss the reflection questions. This document supports CAFOD's Flame 2 film Walking Together.

  • Gaza session Gaza Conflict session

    Hour-long session in which pupils explore some of the difficulties in peace-building, based on Gaza. Includes teacher notes with role cards, as well as a PowerPoint. Suitable for GCSE RE, Peace and Conflict. Could be used with an able KS3 class as part of a Pilgrimage topic.

  • Change your tune Change your tune

    Music workshop with MP3s for young people to explore justice issues including peace and conflict.

  • Right on Cue Right on Cue (330kb, pdf)

    Use theatre to promote peace, inspired by our partners in Kenya and Colombia. Suitable for KS3, KS4, or Post-16.

  • Nelson Mandela day Nelson Mandela day

    Celebrate Nelson Mandela's life and inspire greatness with these resources for young people and children.

    Order free 'Great Generation' posters and postcards.

  • Syria crisis Syria crisis

    Join us in praying for a peaceful resolution to the conflict. Find assembly resources for children and young people.

  • Peace Liturgy Peace liturgy

    On International Day of Peace, use our peace liturgy for secondary schools.

  • Peace and conflict unit Peace, conflict and community cohesion unit

    Peace, conflict and community cohesion unit for Post-16 General RE.

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