This activity addresses the topic of stereotypes, how they are created and also what can be done to address the more negative consequences of stereotypes. Self-reflection is used to arrive at insight into how stereotypes manifest themselves.

Main age group: 13-18

Time needed: 5-6 x 45-minute periods

Objectives:

  • Understanding how stereotypes come into existence and that we all use them
  • Understanding that stereotypes have negative consequences for people
  • Understanding that stereotypes can lead to prejudice, discrimination and violence
  • Understanding that we can reduce the impact of stereotypes

Materials needed: Photos of students and significant others, a collection of jokes the students have collected, pen and paper, characteristics sheet, forms with the statements

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Themes: Stereotypes, Discrimination, Becoming and being a refugee, Fleeing, Escape, Separation from family members, Route to safety, Life in refugee camps, Nationalism and its consequences, Friends, Family, Children as change agents/peacemakers
Emotions and feelings: Isolation, Connection, Rejection, Acceptance, Sadness, Distrust, Humiliation, Empathy, Anger
Types of objects: Diaries, Currency, Videos
Methodologies: Brainstorming, Cooperative learning
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