Ultimate Guide (IB) - Global Politics (HL)

People Power

The collective strength of individuals to make political and social changes, often through protests and movements.

Example of People Power

The Civil Rights Movement in the United States and the anti-apartheid movement in South Africa.

Social Media's Role in People Power

Helps organize movements, spread awareness, and mobilize support quickly.

Political Mobilization

The process of engaging and organizing people to take action on political issues.

Grassroots Activism

Ordinary people taking action to influence political decisions, exemplifying people power.

Global Politics

The political interactions and relationships between countries, international organizations, and non-state actors.

Global Politics Challenges

Issues such as climate change, international conflicts, poverty, human rights violations, and pandemics.

Climate Change

Long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns, primarily due to human activities.

Human Rights

Basic rights and freedoms entitled to every person, including the right to life, freedom of expression, and education.

Economic Inequality

The unequal distribution of income and opportunity among different groups in society.

Civil Society

The realm of social entities that operate outside of government and business, often involved in advocacy.

NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations)

Organizations that operate independently of government, typically addressing social issues.

Political Protest

A public demonstration expressing opposition to a particular policy or government action.

Revolution

A significant change that usually occurs in a relatively short period of time, often involving a regime change.

Diplomacy

The practice of conducting negotiations and managing relationships between countries.

Sovereignty

The authority of a state to govern itself without external interference.

Globalization

The process of increasing interconnectivity and interdependence among countries, particularly in trade and culture.

International Law

A set of rules and principles that govern relations between sovereign states.

Terrorism

The use of violence and intimidation, especially against civilians, in pursuit of political aims.

Humanitarian Crisis

A situation that poses a threat to the health, safety, or wellbeing of a large group of people.

Populism

A political approach that seeks to represent the interests of ordinary people against the elite.

Authoritarianism

A governing system where a single ruler or party has absolute power, often suppressing dissent.

Democracy

A system of government in which power is vested in the people, who elect representatives.

Political Ideology

A set of beliefs or philosophies about the role of government and the nature of society.

Social Justice

The concept of fair and just relations between individuals and society, encompassing issues of equality.

Trade Agreements

Contracts between countries to govern their trade relationships, often reducing tariffs.

Global Health

The health of populations in a global context, emphasizing the importance of worldwide health issues.

Environmental Policy

Strategies and decisions made by authorities to manage human impacts on the environment.

Civic Engagement

Individual and collective actions designed to identify and address issues of public concern.

Political Economy

The study of the relationship between economics and political processes.

International Relations

The study of how countries interact with each other, including diplomacy, conflicts, and cooperation.

Sustainable Development

Development that meets present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet theirs.

Corruption

The abuse of power for personal gain, often undermining institutions and democracy.

Refugees

People who flee their home country due to persecution, war, or violence.

Asylum Seekers

Individuals who seek international protection from persecution in their home country.

International Organizations

Entities created by treaties between governments to work on common issues (e.g., UN, WTO).

Arms Trade

The trade of weapons and military services between countries.

Nuclear Proliferation

The spread of nuclear weapons and technology to countries not recognized as Nuclear Weapon States.

Economic Sanctions

Political and economic measures imposed by countries to influence the behavior of other nations.

Voting Rights

Legal rights that protect the ability of individuals to participate in elections.

Civil Rights

The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.

Intellectual Property

Legal rights that grant creators protection over the use of their inventions and ideas.

Freedom of Speech

The right to express opinions without censorship or restraint.

International Aid

Assistance, often in the form of financial aid or resources, provided by one country to another.

Crisis Management

The process by which an organization deals with a disruptive and unexpected event.

Media Influence

The ability of media outlets to shape public opinion and political discourse.