Justice is a concern for every member of society, as it upholds the principle that all people—regardless of gender, religion, ethnicity, or social status—deserve equal rights and fair access to opportunities. For Iranian Christians, this means they should not be treated as second-class citizens or deprived of their basic human rights. Social justice touches on many areas of life, from racial and gender equality to environmental responsibility. It is a particularly meaningful topic for Iranian Christians, who have both experienced injustice and contributed to creating a fairer society.

This online course, led by Article18 colleagues Fred Petrossain and Mansour Borji, explores the concept of social justice from biblical, historical, and practical perspectives. Participants will learn what social justice truly means, examine its development throughout history, and discover how Christians across the world—including in Iran—have transformed their communities through faith-inspired action. Drawing on the insights of theologians, writers, and church leaders from various traditions, the course highlights that justice is not a mere theory but a lived Christian calling. It reminds us that indifference to injustice is never an option, as social justice impacts every stage and aspect of human life.

1. Introduction to Christian Discourse on Social Justice
2. The Concept of Social Justice in Christian Faith: What It Is and What It Is Not
3. Theological Approaches of Christians to Social Justice
4. Social Justice and the Environment
5. The Church and Social Justice Debates in the Twentieth Century
6. Movements and Justice-Seeking Christians – Part One
7. Movements and Justice-Seeking Christians – Part Two
8. Social Justice or the Social Gospel: Differences and Similarities
9. Liberation Theology: Supporters and Critics
10. The Role of the Church and Iranian Christians in Justice-Seeking (Part One)
11. The Role of the Church and Iranian Christians in Justice-Seeking (Part Two)