Internationalism in a Globalizing World

Isolationism

Isolationism

A country isolates itself from international, social, economic, political, and military affairs.

Unilateralism

Responding to events independently, without agreement or support from other countries.

Bilateralism

Resolving issues between 2 countries with mutual cooperation.

Multilateralism

Cooperation between multiple countries to resolve issues that concern all involved countries.

Supranationalism

Countries agree with or comply with decisions of an international, independent organization.

Internationalism

All countries accept collective responsibility for global challenges while respecting nation states' motives.

Needs

Things people require to survive.

Wants

Desires that motivate people to work or study.

World Health Organization

Global health organization managing responses to health challenges and sharing health information.

Right To Play

Organization using sports for development in impoverished countries, focusing on education and health.

Arctic Council

Collaboration of Arctic Indigenous groups for self-determination.

United Nations

Provides security, peace, and dispute resolution on a global scale.

Humanitarianism

Relieving suffering and supporting dignity globally.

Foreign Policy

Decisions and interactions with other countries guided by political and diplomatic strategies.

Globalization

Individuals working together to solve global issues through enhanced communication and cooperation.

Peacemaking Missions

UN interventions in internal conflicts to protect people when countries fail to do so.

World Trade Organization

International organization reducing trade barriers and promoting fair trade practices.

NATO

Collective security alliance requiring members to meet defense spending targets.

European Union

Supranational organization promoting cooperation and unity among European countries.

UNESCO

Promotes peace, security, education, and culture preservation globally. Oversees world heritage sites.

Challenges of Spread of Disease

Globalization accelerates disease spread, monitored by the WHO.

Challenges of Water Issues

scarcity, pollution, and climate change affecting water systems and availability.

Challenges of Climate Change

Rising sea levels, warmer oceans, and greenhouse gas emissions threaten ecosystems and livelihoods.