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Freedom

Abbey Wheeler

Freedom is the ability for a person to do things that will not be prevented by other forces.

The image that I have chosen relates to my views on freedom because it represents the way that we can unlock the world through our own minds, actions and modern technologies.

We have the freedom to explore, travel, do what we want and not be forced to do something that we don’t want to.

This key can end modern slavery by releasing those trapped inside and give them the freedom to do what they want simply by unlocking a door.

Freedom

Abbey Wheeler

Freedom is the ability for a person to do things that will not be prevented by other forces.

The image that I have chosen relates to my views on freedom because it represents the way that we can unlock the world through our own minds, actions and modern technologies.

We have the freedom to explore, travel, do what we want and not be forced to do something that we don’t want to.

This key can end modern slavery by releasing those trapped inside and give them the freedom to do what they want simply by unlocking a door.

The Mercy Foundation is committed to social justice and addressing the root causes of poverty and inequality in our community. The aim of the Foundation is to: end homelessness, end human trafficking and slavery and bring about greater social justice in communities across Australia.

Each year the Foundation runs a Youth Awards competition, presenting an opportunity for students to be mindful of the most vulnerable in our community. This is an opportunity for students to learn more about a specific social justice issue. This year’s competition encouraged students to learn about the issue of modern slavery.

Year 11 CSYMA students enter this competition annually as a part of their course work. Students were asked to submit a photograph that represented the word, ‘Freedom’. The photograph had to incorporate a key and be accompanied by an explanation using a maximum of 100 words. Students also learnt about modern slavery and had to answer questions about this as part of their entries.

Across Australia 330 entries were received from 35 schools. Congratulations to Abbey Wheeler (Year 11 Red) who was one of 10 students across Australia to receive a Highly Commended Award. She received a $50 prize.