Too many people face the injustices of poverty, conflict and the climate crisis.

Every single day, through no fault of their own, families around the world struggle to access clean water for drinking and washing; are forced to flee their homes because of violent conflict; are unable to grow food in an increasingly unstable climate.

This is an injustice. This is not fair. No one should have their life limited; everyone deserves the opportunity to fulfil their God-given potential – to flourish.

We are asked to stand side by side, with our sisters and brothers around the world, supporting them to face these injustices wherever and whenever they encounter them.

Through our fundraising efforts we can help farmers find new ways to grow food on land laid bare by the climate crisis.

We can support water engineers find ways to ensure their communities have enough to drink if the rain doesn't fall.

We can assist with expert emergency workers, braving conflict to get help to their communities, and parents doing whatever they have to to keep their children safe.

We can support peace builders and social workers, healing wounds that are more than skin deep.

We can raise our voices in unison with brave activists, speaking out against corruption, injustice and the abuse of our common home, the earth.

Let us stand shoulder to shoulder with ordinary people fighting to defend their rights and their freedom – to food, to fair pay, to life without discrimination.

We can support, encourage and cheer on fantastic fundraisers, vibrant volunteers and compassionate campaigners as we raise vital funds, petition our politicians and pray for a better world.

Because good things happen when we combine our efforts, when we share what we have, build on our strengths, and try our new ideas. We all have a part to play, together or alone.

And, excitingly, there are so many ways we can continue to build a better world together.

This Lent, let us work together to build a better world and help raise funds for Project Compassion to assist all those less fortunate than ourselves!

Let us "UNITE AGAINST POVERTY" this Lent!

Project Compassion Boxes that were sent home a few weeks ago do not need to be returned until after Easter. If you require another box, please collect one from the office.

Our Faith and Social Justice Leaders have also shared an initiative to help raise funds for Project Compassion. Starting next week, when students bring a gold coin donation into their Class Project Compassion Box, they will receive a water droplet that will be displayed in the corridor. The class with the most water droplets will be awarded with Zooper Doopers after Easter. Thanks to Abby and Lillian who have organised this initiative.

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