SOLIDARITY

GROUP 2
WHAT IS IT?
Solidarity comes from the Latin word solidus, a unit of
account in ancient Rome. It then merged into French
to become solidaire referring to interdependence, and
then into English, in which its current definition is an
agreement between, and support for, a group, an
individual, an idea.
WHAT IS IT?
Solidarity is a bond of unity or agreement between
people united around common cause. True to its
original meaning, there is the notion of accountability
at its core.
WHAT IS IT?
Solidarity is fundamental to the
Christian view of social and political
organizations, and is the fabric for all
authentic relationships.
 Pope St. John Paul II wrote

This principle is frequently stated by Pope Leo

XIII, who uses the term “friendship”
Pope Pius XI refers to it with the equally
meaningful term “social charity”
Pope Paul VI , speaks of a “civilization of
love.”
The practice of solidarity is a necessary
component of our faith.

As Pope Benedict writes, “Love of

neighbor…consists in the very fact that,
in God and with God, I love even the
person whom I do not like or even
know.
THE IMPORTANCE
OF SOLIDARITY IN:
POLITICS
 POLITICS

Solidarity is essential in politics as it

refers to the act of unity and support
between individuals or groups,
particularly in times of need or struggle. It
plays a crucial role in achieving political
goals and creating a more just society.
SOME REASONS WHY SOLIDARITY IS
IMPORTANT IN POLITICS
1. Unity in diversity
- solidarity can bring people of different
backgrounds, beliefs, and opinions
together. This unity can help create a
strong and diverse community that can
work towards common goals.
SOME REASONS WHY SOLIDARITY IS
IMPORTANT IN POLITICS
2. Collective action
- when people work together, they can
achieve more than they could alone.
Solidarity helps individuals and groups
come together to take collective action on
issues that affect them.
SOME REASONS WHY SOLIDARITY IS
IMPORTANT IN POLITICS
3. Amplifying voices
- solidarity allows marginalized groups to
amplify their voices and demand change.
When people stand together, they can
create stronger voice that cannot be
ignored.
SOME REASONS WHY SOLIDARITY IS
IMPORTANT IN POLITICS
4. Building a sense of community
- solidarity creates a sense of community
and belonging. It helps individuals
understand that they are not alone in
their struggles and that there are others
who share their concerns and
experiences.
SOME REASONS WHY SOLIDARITY IS
IMPORTANT IN POLITICS
5. Fostering empathy
- solidarity can help people develop
empathy and compassion for others. It
allows individuals to understand the
struggle of others and work towards
creating a more equitable society.
SOME REASONS WHY SOLIDARITY IS
IMPORTANT IN POLITICS
In summary, solidarity is crucial in politics
as it promotes unity, collective action,
empathy, and helps marginalized groups
amplify their voices. By working together,
people can create a more just and
equitable society.
RELIGION
● The Christian teaching principle of solidarity is about recognizing
others as our brothers and sisters and actively working for their
good. In our connected humanity, we are invited to build
relationships to understand what life is like for others who are
different from us.

● The principle of solidarity challenges Christians to treat every

neighbor, regardless of race, religion or nationality, as “another
self.” Christ’s compassion is not limited to any particular group or
country. Christians are those who choose to imitate Jesus by
extending God’s love beyond the literal and figurative walls that
divide the one global human family.
There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is
“

neither slave nor free, there is no male

and female, for you are all one in Christ
Jesus.”

Galatians 3:28
EDUCATION
In a broad sense, academic solidarity is the unity, shared
responsibility and mutual support of society that unites individuals
as well as various institutions, international or national, state or
non-governmental organizations in the academic field.
Solidarity in education or in the classroom has an important
connotation: students tend to align with their partners regarding
specific issues such as interests, topics, agreements, and activities.
When there is solidarity, learners establish more equity among
themselves and this permits them to achieve working
relationships.
The reason why it’s important was It builds
leadership culture and develop the class’
social skills. It is a quality that is based on
equality, inclusion and social justice and that
entails a mutual commitment and obligation
among the various members of society.
THANK YOU!