New publication looks at prejudice and discrimination in Northern Ireland

A new publication that looks at prejudice and discrimination in Northern Ireland is released today.

Tuesday 19 June 2007

A new publication, Fair play, gives parents advice on talking to children about prejudice and discrimination. It was jointly produced by Save the Children and Barnardo's Northern Ireland, and has been reprinted with the support of BBC Northern Ireland.

Fair play has been written for parents and guardians of children in Northern Ireland and aims to:

  • increase our understanding of prejudice and discrimination in Northern Ireland and the ways they affect children
  • offer practical advice and guidance on how we can help and support children who are discriminated against
  • give us the confidence and skills to talk to our children about prejudice and discrimination.

The full report can be downloaded below. Hard copies are available from the Information Co-ordinator telephone: 028 9043 1123 or email: infoni@savethechildren.org.uk.