Kalabara - issue 1

Social Justice

“Social justice, to me, is built around the premise of equality for everyone – regardless of race, gender or sexuality” (Clara Sebire – Year 9)

At Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College, there is a commitment to a faith that does justice through engaging with the marginalised. The Social Justice Club is a safe and fun spot, open to all in the school community. This club meets weekly and aims to promote a world that is truly loving and supportive. Some of the conversations in Social Justice Club relates to identity, justice, inclusivity and diversity. But the club doesn’t just talk. The club spearheads and organises events like Harmony Day and Wear it Purple Day. These days bring everyone together in the school and create awareness, in a supportive environment. Over the last three years, Social Justice Club has raised over $1000 for charity and engaged several outside organisations, including Rotary Wallsend-Maryland.

At Bishop Tyrrel Anglican College, one in five students come from culturally diverse backgrounds. To celebrate this particular day, the Social Justice Club ran an ‘Inter House Versus Staff’ Relay. The staff won the event for a third time! However, that didn’t stop all students from Years 6-12 from joining together. Questions were asked regarding multiculturalism and an orange relay race took place. Irrespective of the overall results (listed below), it was a day that saw the College reflect deeply on its commitment to people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

My thanks to the staff, students, and members of Social Justice Club for making this day a reality.

The Social Justice Club will continue to actively promote inclusivity and diversity in all it does. It is a wonderful club that will continue to enhance the wonderful place that is Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College.

Harmony Day has been celebrated in Australia since 1999. It promotes multicultural awareness and meaningful conversation.

Bishop Tyrrell Anglican College

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