What do charities, NGOs and groups do in our local community?
I can explain the contribution charities, NGOs and groups make in our community.
What do charities, NGOs and groups do in our local community?
I can explain the contribution charities, NGOs and groups make in our community.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Charities address community needs, focusing on helping people, the environment and animals.
- NGOs offer humanitarian aid, support vulnerable groups and advocate for social change.
- Community groups, led by volunteers, promote collaboration and provide local activities.
- Charities, NGOs and community groups work together to build healthier, safer communities.
Keywords
Charities - local, national or international organisations which are set up to help those in need or to raise awareness of an issue
NGO - a non-governmental organisation, non-profit, voluntary group of citizens who work on a local, national or international level to achieve an aim
Community groups - an organised collective of people with similar interests or aims, including NGOs, charities and other organisations within the community
Common misconception
Community groups, charities and NGOs do not make much of a difference in local communities.
Charities, groups and NGOs make a huge difference and have a measurable impact on local communities and their success.
To help you plan your year 7 citizenship lesson on: What do charities, NGOs and groups do in our local community?, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs...
To help you plan your year 7 citizenship lesson on: What do charities, NGOs and groups do in our local community?, download all teaching resources for free and adapt to suit your pupils' needs.
The starter quiz will activate and check your pupils' prior knowledge, with versions available both with and without answers in PDF format.
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Starter quiz
6 Questions
a group of people living in the same geographical area
doing something positive for no financial gain
a group of people who want to improve the community
Exit quiz
6 Questions
helps those in need or to raise awareness of an issue anywhere
a non-profit, voluntary group who work to achieve an aim
an organised local collective of people with similar interests or aims