Global Perspectives Vocabulary Flashcards | Quizlet

Activism

The use of organized action to achieve political or social change.

Cultural diffusion

The spread of cultural practices, ideas and customs between societies.

Cultural appropriation

The adoption of elements of another culture, especially when done without understanding or respect.

Socioeconomic disparity

A significant difference in income, wealth or social opportunities between groups.

Consumerism

A strong emphasis on buying and owning goods as a measure of success or happiness.

Sustainability

The ability to meet present needs without compromising the needs of future generations.

Outsourcing

The practice of transferring business activities to external companies, often in other countries.

Multinational corporation

A company that operates in several countries.

Trade liberalization

The removal or reduction of restrictions on international trade.

Economic integration

The process by which economies become more closely connected through trade, investment and cooperation.

Digital divide

The gap between people who have access to digital technology and those who do not.

Ethical consumption

Choosing products based on their environmental and social impact.

Cultural erosion

The gradual weakening or disappearance of traditional cultural practices.

Westernization

The adoption of cultural, economic or social practices associated with Western societies.

Prosperity

A state of economic success, wealth or general well-being.

Cosmopolitanism

The belief in belonging to a wider global community rather than only one nation or culture.

Acculturation

The cultural and psychological changes that occur through contact with another culture.

Displacement

The forced movement of people from their homes due to conflict, persecution or disasters.

Asylum seeker

A person who has requested international protection but whose application has not yet been finally decided.

Refugee

A person who has fled their country and qualifies for international protection due to persecution or other recognized threats.

Brain drain

The emigration of highly educated or skilled individuals from their home country.

Remittances

Money sent by migrants to family members or communities in their home country.

Civil disobedience

The deliberate, usually nonviolent refusal to obey certain laws as a form of protest.

Intersectionality

The way different aspects of identity, such as gender and ethnicity, interact to shape experiences of inequality or privilege.

Personal autonomy

The ability to make independent decisions according to one's own values.