Module 3
The Assumption

Module 3 – The Assumption

Section	Description
Module Type	Digital Adventure Learning Module
Theme	Identity • Belonging • Micro-interventions
SDG Alignment	SDG 16 – Peace, Justice & Strong Institutions
Focus	Responding to subtle harm and assumptions in shared social spaces
Target Group	Young people (approx. 13–25), youth workers, educators
Format	Interactive, scenario-based digital experience
Use	Standalone module or facilitated group session

About This Digital Adventure


Purpose	Strengthens learners’ ability to recognise and respond to everyday assumptions linked to identity, preventing the normalisation of exclusion and supporting inclusive, non-violent communication.
Core Approach	Focuses on empathy, early intervention, and repair without accusation in moments that often feel “small” but carry lasting impact.

Scenario Overview


Context	During a group activity, a casual comment is made suggesting that Samira should know or represent something because of her background. The comment is not intended to offend but lands awkwardly.
Key Challenge	Deciding how to respond when harm is subtle, unintentional, and followed by silence.
Learner Choices	Speak up • Check in privately • Gently redirect the moment • Let it pass

Core Peacebuilding Lessons

Lesson	What Learners Practice
Assumptions Can Cause Harm Without Intent	Identifying everyday assumptions and recognising the difference between intention and impact.
Silence Reinforces Patterns	Understanding how unaddressed moments become normalised and how gentle interruption can shift norms.
Repair Without Accusation	Using curiosity and care to address harm without blame or escalation.

Key Peacebuilding Takeaways

Takeaway	Learning Focus
Center Affected Voices	Asking how the impacted person wants the moment handled, rather than assuming on their behalf.
Small Interventions Matter	Using brief, non-confrontational responses to prevent harm from deepening.
Learning Over Defensiveness	Inviting reflection instead of triggering shame or self-defence.

Reflection & Discussion Questions


Key Questions	Why do assumptions feel “small” to some but heavy to others? What makes it difficult to interrupt assumptions in the moment? What is the difference between intention, impact, and responsibility? How can groups create cultures where assumptions are questioned safely?

Key Questions

Why do assumptions feel “small” to some but heavy to others?

What makes it difficult to interrupt assumptions in the moment?

What is the difference between intention, impact, and responsibility?

How can groups create cultures where assumptions are questioned safely?

Recommended Use


Best For	Inclusion and belonging programmes • Violence prevention and early-intervention training • Education and workplace dialogue • Peer mediation
Skills Developed	Empathy • Inclusive communication • Early intervention • Repair without accusation • Group norm awareness

Partnership

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Module 3 The Assumption