For richer, for poorer (till death do us part?)

Globalisation and fair trade in the 21th century

One of their most important goals is their individual freedom. Students live mostly in the here and now. The formation of their identity is strongly influenced by peer group and certain reference persons.

Most students don’t go to church and are unfamiliar with religious symbols, rites and sacraments. The bible has little or no relevance. Being a Christian is reduced to following a certain moral code, some sacraments and knowing some things about Jesus. But even the existence of Jesus is often denounced. God is a stranger.

Secularisation is omnipresent. Students experience that certain life situations pose ethical questions. They realise that their moral judgement is no longer entirely based on what is taught or being prescribed by norms. Many life situations demand an ethical approach.

There is an ongoing interaction between religion and ethics: worldviews lead to value patterns and life styles; life engagement leads to the discovery of meaning and values.

What is globalisation? Is it the integration of economic, political, and cultural systems across the globe? Or is it Americanisation and United States dominance of world affairs? Is globalisation a force for economic growth, prosperity, and democratic freedom? Or is it a force for environmental devastation, exploitation of the developing world, and suppression of human rights?

For who?

For students in secondary education (Flanders & the Netherlands). they form a heterogeneous group with diverging values and interests.

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