A World of Regions – The Global Divides

Social Class

A group of people within a society who share the same socioeconomic status, studied by philosophers like Hobbes, Marx, and Weber.

North-South Divide

The economic, social, and political gap between developed countries of the Global North (industrialized, wealthy) and less developed countries of the Global South (developing, poorer).

Colonial Legacy

The long-term consequences of colonialism, including colonial mentality (inferiority toward foreign cultures), racism, and discrimination.

Unequal Trade Relationships

Trade patterns established by colonizers that benefited their economies while disadvantaging colonies, starting from the Age of Exploration and reinforced during imperialism.

Economic Disparity – Global North

High per capita income, advanced technology, and employment in technology, finance, and manufacturing.

Economic Disparity – Global South

Low per capita income, limited access to technology, and employment mostly in agriculture, exports, and labor-intensive work.

Impact of Globalization on the Divide

Opened new opportunities but also reinforced inequalities, as developing countries struggle with limited access to capital, technology, and skills.

Social & Political Implications of the Divide

Global North enjoys high access to education, healthcare, and governance influence, while the Global South faces limited access and little influence in global governance.

Poverty and Wealth Inequity – Positive Impacts of Globalization

Expanded markets, foreign investments, new technologies, job creation, and increased income.

Poverty and Wealth Inequity – Negative Impacts of Globalization

Widening income gaps, inability to compete with advanced economies, job losses in traditional sectors, and vulnerability of marginalized groups.

Impact of Global Divide on Latin America

Challenges include income inequality, unequal access to global markets, reliance on commodity exports, social exclusion, political instability, digital divide, and environmental vulnerabilities.

Impact of Global Divide on the Philippines

Globalization drives growth in BPO, manufacturing, and tourism but also widens income inequality between urban and rural areas.

UN Sustainable Development Goal 1 – No Poverty

Aims to eradicate extreme poverty and ensure access to resources, services, and opportunities.

UN Sustainable Development Goal 10 – Reduced Inequalities

Seeks to reduce inequality within and among countries by empowering marginalized groups and ensuring equal access to opportunities.