Volunteering and Giving Charity

This document outlines a lesson plan on volunteering and giving charity from an Islamic perspective, focusing on the importance of these acts within Islam and as components of good citizenship.

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Volunteering and Giving Charity

Suggested Duration: 60 minutes

Learning Objectives

To understand why volunteering and giving charity is important for Muslims
To appreciate that volunteering and charity are key components of good citizenship

Key Words

Charity, volunteering

Islamic Values

Islam promotes giving charity, helping others and volunteering.

Citizenship Values

A good citizen volunteers to undertake projects that could be local, national or global. Giving charity is part of being a good citizen.

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