This resource is aligned to the Catholic Religious Education Curriculum Directory (RECD) by addressing core theological principles through the lens of historical and contemporary social justice.

Alignment with RECD Themes
1. Human Dignity and the Image of God
The resource explores the Catholic teaching that every human being is created in the image and likeness of God, making racism a direct violation of this dignity. It highlights the 1988 Vatican statement declaring racism a “sin,” framing the fight against prejudice as a religious duty for all Catholics.

2. The Common Good and Social Justice
By documenting the Bristol Bus Boycott and the Birth of CARJ, the resource demonstrates how the Church and individuals work toward a just society where everyone has a voice. It encourages students to reflect on the “spiritual cost of silence” and the necessity of structural change within institutions to reflect Gospel values.

3. Option for the Poor and Vulnerable
The cards detail the Church’s response to systemic disadvantages faced by ethnic minorities, such as those highlighted in the Scarman Report and following the death of George Floyd. It illustrates the Church’s mission to advocate for those marginalized by societal and economic unfairness.

4. Community and Living the Faith
The inclusion of Racial Justice Sunday shows how prayer is translated into action through parish-wide learning and anti-racism funding. The establishment of Local Action Teams (e.g., in the Archdiocese of Southwark) provides a concrete example of how the Church moves from “words to real-life action” in modern Britain.