GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP AND FOOD SECURITY Flashcards
is a way of living that recognizes our world in an increasingly complex web of connections and interdependencies
Global Citizenship (According to Coronacion, et. al)
refers to a way of living that recognizes our world is an increasingly complex web of connections and interdependencies.
Global citizenship
- see themselves as having particular rights and responsibilities to the world, rather than only to one nation.
- They aim to improve their own nation but also hope to help other nations, too.
Global citizens
is associated with rights and obligations, for instance, the right to vote and the obligation to pay taxes
Citizenship
typically refers to the legal status granted to individuals by a state, entailing rights and responsibilities.
Citizenship
Citizenship includes:
Legal Rights
Duties and Responsibilities
Identity and Belonging
The right to vote, work, and reside in the country, access to social services, and protection under the law
Legal Rights
Obligations such as obeying laws, paying taxes, and possibly serving in the military.
Duties and Responsibilities
Citizenship often influences one’s identity, linking individuals to a nation, its culture, and its history
Identity and Belonging
is rooted in the idea of the nation-state, a political entity characterized by a defined territory, a permanent population, a government, and the capacity to enter into relations with other states.
National Citizenship
Contemporary Challenges (Citizenship)
Globalization
Migration
Statelessness
As people, goods, and information cross borders more freely, the traditional notion of citizenship is challenged. Economic globalization, digital connectivity, and cultural exchanges create a more interconnected world.
Globalization
Increasing migration leads to diverse populations within states, creating multicultural societies where the traditional idea of a homogeneous national identity is less relevant
Migration
Millions of people are stateless, lacking legal nationality, and thus deprived of basic rights.
Statelessness
As citizens of the world, they believe that responsibilities go beyond borders and are ___ _____ to their own countries of origin
not limited
is ‘about how decisions in one part of the planet can affect people living in a different part of it, and about how we all share a common humanity and are of equal worth.’
Global citizenship
To be a global citizen, you must be constantly considering your place in the world.(T or F)
TRUE
Global Citizenship transcends national borders, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all people. It includes:
Universal Rights and Responsibilities
Global Identity
Sustainable Development
is someone who self-identifies first and foremost not as a member of a state or a nation, but as a member of human race and someone who is prepared to act on that belief, to tackle our world’s greatest challenges. (Saluba, et. al, 2018:187)
Global Citizen
Recognizing the importance of human rights and global justice. This concept promotes the idea that all individuals should have certain inalienable rights regardless of their nationality.
Universal Rights and Responsibilities
Encouraging people to see themselves as part of a global community, fostering a sense of belonging and responsibility beyond their national borders.
Global Identity
Advocating for practices that ensure the well-being of future generations worldwide, emphasizing environmental sustainability, social equity, and economic viability.
Sustainable Development
A Global Citizen is someone who:
is aware of the wider world and has a sense of their own role as a world citizen
respects and values diversity
has an understanding of how the world works
is outraged by social injustice
participates in the community at a range of levels, from the local to the global
is willing to act to make the world a more equitable and sustainable place
takes responsibility for their actions.
Responsibilities of global citizens
- The responsibility to stay informed of global developments, markets and cultures
- The responsibility to listen to multiple, varied perspectives on foreign affairs and globally relevant issues
- The responsibility to affirm, respect and contribute to cultural diversity
- The responsibility to honor relationships with people from other countries and cultures
- The responsibility to think through and recognize the many ways in which people and countries of the world are interconnected and interdependent
- The responsibility to share knowledge with others, and learn from them in turn
- The responsibility to advocate for greater multilateralism, international cooperation and dialogue with other nations
- The responsibility for advocating for the global implementation of international agreements, conventions, and treaties related to international issues
- The responsibility for advocating for more equal systems of global justice, environmental justice and collaboration within the world community
Implications and Applications
Education
Policy and Governance
Activism and Advocacy
Promoting global citizenship education to foster awareness, critical thinking, and active engagement in global issues.
Education
Developing international policies and frameworks that address global challenges like climate change, poverty, and human rights violations.
Policy and Governance
Encouraging individuals and organizations to participate in global movements and advocacy efforts aimed at creating a more just and sustainable world.
Activism and Advocacy
Challenges and Criticisms
Practical Implementation
Sovereignty and National Interests
Economic Inequality
While the concept is noble, implementing global citizenship in practical terms is complex due to differing national interests, legal systems, and cultural contexts.
Practical Implementation
States may resist policies that seem to undermine their sovereignty or national interests.
Sovereignty and National Interests
Bridging the Concepts
Dual Citizenship
Global Institutions
Local Actions with Global Impact
Global citizenship ideals often clash with the realities of economic disparities and political power imbalances
Economic Inequality
Legal frameworks in some countries allow for dual or multiple citizenships, acknowledging the multifaceted identities people can have.
Dual Citizenship
Organizations like the United Nations and international NGOs work towards fostering a sense of global citizenship by addressing issues that transcend national borders
Global Institutions
Encouraging local initiatives that contribute to global goals, such as environmental conservation projects, human rights campaigns, and cultural exchange programs
Local Actions with Global Impact
Universal Rights and Responsibilities
Humanitarian Aid
Solidarity and Support
Public Health
Global Solidarity
Collaborative efforts to share information, resources, and technology to combat the virus.
Global Solidarity
Ensuring access to healthcare and vaccines as fundamental human rights.
Public Health
The global community recognized the right to humanitarian assistance for those affected by the disaster
Humanitarian Aid
Countries, international organizations, and individuals around the world responded with aid and resources
Solidarity and Support
