Damascus College Youth Ministry students this term walked to Lake Canadian, returning with full buckets of water in a powerful act of solidarity with communities around the world who must travel significant distances each day to access clean water.
Students approached the experience with purpose, engaging thoughtfully in an activity that highlighted the daily realities faced by many of the world’s most vulnerable communities. Carrying the weight of the water offered a tangible connection to these challenges, prompting reflection on issues of access, equity and justice.
The experience encouraged students to consider the role each person can play in responding with compassion and responsibility. By stepping into the experience, even briefly, students gained a deeper awareness of the importance of dignity, access to basic resources, and the impact of collective action.
Experiences such as this continue to shape young people who are informed, reflective and committed to making a meaningful difference in the world around them. It was a clear demonstration of the values that underpin the Damascus community.
During Lent, families and members of the wider community were invited to support the work of Caritas Australia through Project Compassion, joining Damascus College in Uniting Against Poverty.