G7 - Behind the Smartphone
Consumerism and resources

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This activity helps students consider the lifecycle of a product and the implications of over consumption for people, peace, planet, prosperity, and partnership. It can be used as a “stand alone” activity or as part of a wider scheme of learning looking at child labour, human rights, and sustainable living.

For young entrepreneurs it provides a stimulus to ask questions about resources, supply and demand, values, profit, marketing and “greenwashing” – What is the story behind your mobile phone, electric car or latest gadget?

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