Switch Off Prejudice

A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE ANNE FRANK TRUST UK

Switch Off Prejudice is an innovative new programme by the Anne Frank Trust UK. Designed by The Learning Collective to help young people understand the dangers of prejudice and discrimination – particularly online, where they are being increasingly exposed to hate speech.

The programme examines the dangers of prejudice and discrimination both from a historical perspective, and in the modern world, encouraging young people to question and challenge what they see online, and nurturing their development as responsible digital citizens.

Students receive an in-depth insight into the dangers of prejudice and discrimination, looking at examples from the real world and online. Activities throughout the day look at different forms of prejudice and discrimination, where they stem from and the impact such attitudes and behaviours have on those subject to them.

Students begin by exploring how Nazi propaganda influenced public opinion then go on to examine modern day examples of propaganda that are seen online. Students learn to discuss the impact of witnessing and experiencing hate speech online, learn how to be savvy when using social media platforms and explore how to use social media for positive causes.