Worlds Collide Resource Pack
The resource pack comprises an explanatory letter, a DVD film produced by young people of St. Birinus School Didcot and Thames Valley Police (after pupils and staff were inspired by a presentation from an officer from Thames Valley Police delivered in assembly about the risks and consequences of having a replica or imitation firearm), pupil sheets, teacher sheets, information about the law relating to air weapons and bb guns, and the Violent Crime Reduction Act 2006. The pack was created with support from the 'StayWise Team'.
Recommended for National Curriculum Key Stage 3/Year7/PSHE 2g.3j : Key Stage 3/Year 8/PSHE 2g.3j: Key Stage 3/Year 9/PSHE 2g.3j : Key Stage 4/Year 10/PSHE 1d,2b,3c : Key Stage 4/Year 11/PSHE 1d,2b,3c : QCA Key stage 3 Citisenship/Unit 2 Crime
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NB Currently being used by 'The No Way Trust' in Schools throughout the UK.
SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT AIRGUN CAMPAIGN RESOURCES
The Scottish Government have created resources to accompany their current campaign. They are working towards registration of airguns. To access information and posters click here.
To see their short DVD about airgun misuse click here.
GunPolicy.org
International firearm injury prevention and policy. In a sea of web sites offering unverified, polarised opinions on gun violence, GunPolicy.org provides information of armed violence and gun laws, evidence-based, country-by-country intelligence from a broad range of official and academic sources. This university site is for researchers, officials, journalists students, teachers and advocates who need accurate citations and rapid access to credible sources. www.GunPolicy.org
WOUNDED IN AMERICA
Wounded in America is the work of photographer Robert Drea, and writer Stephanie Arena, a husband and wife team. They have photographed gun violence survivors and recorded their stories so that their experiences can teach others and raise awareness about the realities of a violent gun culture. http://www.woundedinamerica.org/
THE NO WAY TRUST (Prison, me, No Way)
An organisation with the core aim of raising awareness among young people about the causes, consequences and penalties of crime and the effects of antisocial behaviour. The No Way Trust work closely with schools and other organisations to create innovative and engaging tailor-made packages suitable for delivery in schools and other locations.
Recommended by Infer Trust as an excellent resource provider. Find out more about the work of this groundbreaking organisation created by Prison Officers, at http://www.pmnw.co.uk and see our 'Links' page.
STAYWISE PROJECT
StayWise was developed from the meeting of corporate and public sector minds. They have championed the e-Government ethos and endeavoured to create an accessible, maintainable and versatile education tool that can grow and adapt as quickly as the needs of its users.
The Team is based at Royal Berkshire Fire and Resque Service Headquarters. Their aim is to collate existing educational resources from emergency services and other agencies from around the country and present them for use by teachers and service personnel. Find out more about Staywise at http://www.staywise.co.uk and see our 'Links' page.
GUNS AND KNIVES TAKE LIVES
An excellent initiative created by South Yorkshire Police involving a dedicated team of firearms officers raising awareness of the impact of gun and knife crime. Firearms Officers visit schools in South Yorkshire delivering presentations incorporating music, resource DVD's, case studies, role play, student participation, information, demonstrations, questions and answers and humour. The content and format are recommended by Infer Trust as 'best practice'. Find out more by visiting www.gunsandknivestakelives.com and see our 'Links' page.
MISS DOROTHY
Devoted to advancing the education of people under the age of l6 and to relieve sickness disability poverty cruelty and hardship. www.missdorothy.com offers cartoon adventures, a games zone, tech tips, safety tips, daily news etc., and a get in touch facility. www.missdorothy.co.uk offers downloads for teachers including worksheets, songs, extension lessons, feelings cards, games, letters to parents, posters and a scheme of work for Citizenship Year 11.
WATCH OVER ME
Watch Over Me is a soap opera teaching resource researched with young people for young people. First created in 2003/4 in memory of murdered school girl Milly Dowler. The soap operas 1, 2 and 3 cover many issues including gun crime, domestic violence, drugs, forced marriage, being home alone, knives and internet safety. For further information and to see clips of Watch Over Me see http://www.thekidstaskforce.com/
KIDS TASK FORCE
A Charitable Foundation that aims to help every child in Britain learn how to handle risk and lead a safer life. Resource information for children aged 3 - 5, 7 - 11 and 11 - 16 in association with Miss Dorothy. For more information visit www.thekidstaskforce.com
ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL DATA SERVICE
Website containing information about the use of data in learning and teaching, and advice for teachers and students on aspects of using data resources in lectures and self-study. The use of real-life data in teaching adds interest and relevance. For more information visit http://www.esds.ac.uk/resources/learning.asp
METROPOLITAN POLICE CAMPAIGN - GIRLS AND GUNS
Information regarding Metropolitan Police campaign regarding the trend for girls to store guns for their boyfriends. Details and a Poster and information regarding the law and sentences for those found hiding a gun for someone else. http://londonist.com/2009/09/girls_warned_over_getting_involved.php
ABERTAY UNIVERSITY RESEARCH INTO AIR WEAPONS
Questions have been raised over air rifle safety and airguns cannot be judged on power of the weapon alone according to findings of a Dundee Study. For more information visit http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-tayside-central-11000091
GUN SUICIDES IN AUSTRALIA
A banning and buy back scheme for semi and automatic rifles and shotguns in Australia introduced following the Port Arthur Massacre has cut gun suicides by 74% according to research published in The American Law and Economics Review. To read more visit:- http://www.smh.com.au/national/howards-gun-legacy--200-lives-saved-a-year-20100829-13xne.html
