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...is also suited for younger students and complements the other two main subjects groups of Democracy and Human Rights. In an easy-to-understand way, Human Examples adds to the learning materials available in the other two main subject groups by drawing on real life examples.

...is one of the most inspiring personalities of the 20^th century. His non-violent methods also influenced the other human examples.

...was a towering figure during America’s civil rights movement. Using non-violent methods, he was able to change American society. His “I have a dream” speech is famous across the world.

...played a decisive role in defeating the system of Apartheid in South Africa, which ignored many basic human rights. He is still active worldwide for the peace cause.

...were two ordinary women in Belfast. They took action following an accident, founded the Peace People and started the peace movement in Northern Ireland.

...began his career as a solider in Israel. As a politician, he was able to bring real movement into the peace process before being murdered by a fanatic.

...grew up in poverty in Guatemala. Many members of her family were murdered by the military. She is still fighting for human rights and indigenous peoples.

...will go down in 20^th century history as the "Saint of the Gutters". Her commitment to the poorest of the poor in Calcutta makes her unforgettable.

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