Lesson 13: Global Citizenship Flashcards
is the concept of recognizing oneself as a part of the global community, with shared rights, responsibilities, and a commitment to contribute to a more peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable world.
Global Citizenship
encourages people to look beyond their national identities and to act as responsible members of the world, who are aware of global issues, respect cultural diversity, and actively participate in social, economic, and environmental issues that affect all humanity.
Global citizenship
– any lawful social, or moral principle of autonomy or entitlement.
Rights
– an obligation or expectation to perform an action based on the law, social norms, or a moral standard.
Duty
– how residents live in a particular area with previously agreed upon rights and responsibilities
Citizenship
involves fair treatment and equitable distribution of resources, opportunities, and rights for all people.
Social Justice
is the duty of individuals to participate actively in their community and society, both locally and globally.
Civic responsibility
A Global Citizenship is someone who:
1.Is aware of the wider world and has a sense of his own role as a world citizen.
2.Respects and values diversity.
3.Has an understanding of how the world works.
4.Is outraged by social injustice.
5.Participates in the community at a range of levels, from the local to the global.
6.Is willing to make the world a more equitable and sustainable place; and
7.Takes responsibility for his actions.
Global citizens advocate for social justice to ?? & ?? , particularly for marginalized communities.
reduce inequalities and uphold human rights
For global citizens, civic responsibility means engaging in actions that promote the ?? and address ??
common good
global issues.
3 types of rights:
- Civil Rights
- Political Rights
- Social Rights
– are entitlements provided by a certain locality to its public constituents. These include the rights to free speech. Every citizen is allowed to communicate openly.
Civil rights
In civil rights, a person is permitted to voice opinions even if it is criticizing the government just as long as it has ???.
basis and evidence
also include the right to have and to be treated with dignity.
Civil rights
This is an example of??
the right to freedom of speech. Freedom of speech is protected in many democratic societies through laws and constitutions, allowing citizens to voice their concerns, criticize government actions, advocate for change, and engage in open discussions on various matters. This right not only encourages the exchange of diverse viewpoints but also plays a crucial role in holding governments accountable and promoting social progress.
civil rights
This fundamental civil rights ensures that individuals have the liberty to express their thoughts, opinions, and ideas without fear of censorship or retribution from the government or other authorities.
freedom of speech
This fundamental civil rights ensures that individuals have the liberty to express their thoughts, opinions, and ideas without fear of censorship or retribution from the government or other authorities.
freedom of speech
– are administrative entitlements provided by a specific government. These include the run for office. Every citizen has the right to be elected as a representative of his/her community as long as he/she meets various criteria.
Political rights
An example of political rights is the ?? , also known as the right to stand for election, grants individuals the opportunity to seek positions in government and represent the interests of their constituents. This political right ensures that eligible citizens can actively participate in the political process not only by voting but also by presenting themselves as candidates for various elected offices, such as local government positions, legislative seats, or even executive roles like mayor or president.
right to run for public office
This right is essential for promoting diversity in leadership, allowing individuals with different perspectives to contribute to governance, and fostering a robust democratic system
political right (the right to run for public office)
– are entitlements related to public services and to social protection. These include insurance, health care, welfare, housing, and pensions.
Social rights
is a fundamental social right that ensures all individuals have access to quality education without discrimination. This right guarantees that everyone, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to receive formal education, develop essential skills, and pursue personal and professional growth.
The right to education
empowers individuals to improve their socioeconomic status, engage in informed decision-making, and contribute meaningfully to society.
Access to education
often play a role in ensuring this right to education by providing free or affordable education, promoting equal educational opportunities, and eliminating barriers that might prevent individuals from accessing quality learning resources
Governments
