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In your groups, carefully read the following information and then complete the activities listed below. In particular, consider that an important part of Jeremy Gilley’s work is the idea of ‘No Blame, No Shame.’ His mother used it as her family motto. Jeremy believes that this idea is important because as soon as we blame people during a conflict, they can become defensive and react aggressively. Once that happens, the conflict inevitably carries on.


When we blame others we create separation. Unresolved conflicts branch into an unhealthy web of new conflicts. We need to focus on and address the root cause. When we choose not to blame we empower ourselves


and inspire others by example. This is not always the easiest path to take, but as you can see by the example set by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., it is one that has a powerful effect on others.


Sometimes one person can influence millions by his/her example, or by words that stir people’s hearts and inspire them to act. On Resource C1 is an excerpt from a speech made by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., who worked for the rights of black people in America.


He was assassinated in 1968, but the world has remembered his example and his work continues. Dr. King will always be remembered as a great believer in the power of peace to bring people together and create change.


Discuss and answer these questions with your group:


1. What is Dr. King’s message to the world? 2. Look at the first paragraph on Resource C1. How does Dr. King’s message of non-violence make his argument stronger?


3. What dream would you have to bring peace to people you know? Start each idea with “I have a dream...”


and think of things you would really like to see happen to help others.


IMPORTANT!! Don’t forget the THREE STEPS TO PEACE ONE DAY Ask your teacher about this.


Young People can take the lead. YOU can make a difference.


Resource C2 – Your Dream


Resource C2 – Your Dream


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Your Dream


Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., “I Have a Dream”


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