Religion can be defined as “a personal or institutionalized set of attitudes, beliefs and practices, which may include a system of prayers and religious laws”. It is to be questioned whether or not religion influences Australian society. This is evident in the education system of Australia, organisations that contribute to social welfare, in particular, the homeless and the influence of religious requirements on food. As time progresses, religious participation in Australia has become less prevalent, with the number of people affiliated with Christianity decreasing. Therefore, to what extent is our society influenced by religion?
In Australia, the education system is greatly influenced by religion, in particular, Christianity. The second …show more content…
This is a significant number in relation to the education system of Australia, totalling to approximately 21% of the entirety of secondary school enrolment. A majority of Australian schools offer religion as a subject, however, it was not available to New South Wales students until 1992, when Studies of Religion was introduced as an official HSC subject. Subsequently, the rate of study has risen from “4% to 17% of the total number of students sitting for the HSC and is now the fifth largest HSC elective”. As religion is offered as a permanent subject in most schools, many Australian students are more than often receiving a formal education on various religions. Typically, a variety of topics is covered detailing the beliefs, practices and values unique to each religion. Religion has beneficially influenced the Australian education system and …show more content…
Amongst these individuals, 105,237 are homeless as a result of various complex issues. Despite the growth in numbers, homelessness is an ongoing issue that has been addressed by church groups for centuries. Religious communities established some of the earliest shelters and homes for the homeless, in particular, the Protestant Female Refuge, a women’s shelter established in 1856 at Norwood in Adelaide, South Australia. Australian society was influenced greatly in 1860 when South Australian Anglicans founded the first denominational charity in the country, namely referred to as the Orphan Home. In current times, the homeless community enthusiastically uses the facilities provided by St Vincent de Paul Society. The organisation is Catholic based and is responsible for the Vincentian Centre, a night shelter designed for men suffering from homelessness. The shelter provides its guests with the necessary items to satisfy their hunger and maintain hygiene. Furthermore, they assist men from the age of eighteen years old with more extensive services such as “crisis accommodation, comprehensive case management services, referrals to other organisations and social support”. Religious-based organisations are the foundations of creating better lives for the homeless and individuals facing poverty and assist in
In Australia, the education system is greatly influenced by religion, in particular, Christianity. The second …show more content…
This is a significant number in relation to the education system of Australia, totalling to approximately 21% of the entirety of secondary school enrolment. A majority of Australian schools offer religion as a subject, however, it was not available to New South Wales students until 1992, when Studies of Religion was introduced as an official HSC subject. Subsequently, the rate of study has risen from “4% to 17% of the total number of students sitting for the HSC and is now the fifth largest HSC elective”. As religion is offered as a permanent subject in most schools, many Australian students are more than often receiving a formal education on various religions. Typically, a variety of topics is covered detailing the beliefs, practices and values unique to each religion. Religion has beneficially influenced the Australian education system and …show more content…
Amongst these individuals, 105,237 are homeless as a result of various complex issues. Despite the growth in numbers, homelessness is an ongoing issue that has been addressed by church groups for centuries. Religious communities established some of the earliest shelters and homes for the homeless, in particular, the Protestant Female Refuge, a women’s shelter established in 1856 at Norwood in Adelaide, South Australia. Australian society was influenced greatly in 1860 when South Australian Anglicans founded the first denominational charity in the country, namely referred to as the Orphan Home. In current times, the homeless community enthusiastically uses the facilities provided by St Vincent de Paul Society. The organisation is Catholic based and is responsible for the Vincentian Centre, a night shelter designed for men suffering from homelessness. The shelter provides its guests with the necessary items to satisfy their hunger and maintain hygiene. Furthermore, they assist men from the age of eighteen years old with more extensive services such as “crisis accommodation, comprehensive case management services, referrals to other organisations and social support”. Religious-based organisations are the foundations of creating better lives for the homeless and individuals facing poverty and assist in