Unit 4 Flashcards
How has the study of civics taught the importance of participation in your community?
Civics emphasizes active engagement, leading to community involvement and participation. Studyings civics helps people
to understand their rights and responsibilities as citizens.
Why is it important for a democracy to balance the rights of individuals and society?
- Balancing individual rights and needs ensures fairness and social order.
- Right to free speech - responsibility to respect others’ opinions.
- Right to equality - responsibility to treat others fairly.
- Right to assembly - responsibility to protest peacefully.
- RULE OF LAW: No one is above the law
- REASONABLE LIMIT: ALL
RIGHTS EXTEND AS FAR AS SOMEONE ELSE’S - NOT ABSOLUTE: WHICH MEANS WE CAN LOSE OUR RIGHTS FOR THE
COMMON GOOD OF SOCIETY
What is a Global Citizen?
- is aware of, and cares about, problems and people
- respects diversity and human rights of all people
- views events from the perspective of other
- “THINK GLOBALLY, ACT LOCALLY” IS IMPORTANT WHEN UNDERSTANDING WHAT BEING A GLOBAL CITIZEN IS ALL ABOUT
Name 3 Canadians contributing to better the world and an event.
David Suzuki Who he is: Canadian environmentalist and broadcaster.
Contribution: Advocates for environmental sustainability, climate change action, and biodiversity conservation.
Key Action: Founded the David Suzuki Foundation to promote environmental protection.
Impact: Raised awareness and influenced environmental policies.
Example: Created campaigns for reducing carbon emissions
Autumn Peltier
Who she is: Indigenous youth activist from Wiikwemkoong First Nation.
Contribution: Advocates for clean water rights for Indigenous communities.
Key Action: Speaks out about water contamination in Indigenous communities.
Impact: Gained international recognition for water advocacy.
Example: 2019 speech at the United Nations
Craig Kielburger
Who he is: Humanitarian, activist, social entrepreneur, and he is the Co-founder of WE Charity.
Contribution: Focuses on education, healthcare, and clean water initiatives in developing countries.
Key Action: Through WE charity he has built schools, provided healthcare, and promoted youth leadership.
Impact: Empowered youth globally to become social activists.
Example: WE Charity’s programs in countries like Kenya, India, and Haiti.
