Courageous Advocacy

Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy.” Proverbs 31:8-9 

A courageous advocate is someone who champions a cause which is special and meaningful to them, in order to make the world a better place. At Sidbury, we have a strong emphasis on encouraging our children to become courageous advocates, not just locally, but nationally and globally too.

 It is important for our children to appreciate their role as part of a larger community, to take responsibility and to foster an understanding of their importance, impact and influence in the world. In recent years, we have supported a range of local, national and global charities.

Each year, we carry out a range of different fund-raising activities to support many worthy causes, such as:

• Shoebox Appeal
• Comic Relief
• Children in Need
• Macmillan
• The Royal British Legion Poppy Appeal
• NSPCC
• Local food banks (Lent and Harvest)

Social action can be defined as people coming together to tackle an issue, support other people, or improve their local area. It involves people giving their time and other resources for the common good, in a range of forms – from volunteering to community-owned services, and peer networks to community organising. Our children have an excellent grasp on the meaning of belonging to a local and global community and the sense of responsibility that comes with belonging, thereby developing their ability to feel compassion and to have the courage to take action to benefit others. 

Together, through collective Worship, we consider the beauty and fragility of our environment, the actions we take, and the impact these actions may have on the well-being of everyone. Our school community and curriculum actively embraces a responsibility for the world in which we live.