GEC 3: Contemporary World - Global Citizenship

Flashcards about Global Citizenship

What is a Global Citizen?

Someone who is aware of the wider world and takes an active role in their community to make the planet more equal, fair, and sustainable.

What is Global Citizenship?

A moral and ethical disposition that guides individuals' understanding of local and global contexts and their responsibilities within various communities.

What is Trade Protectionism?

Systematic government intervention in foreign trade through tariffs and non-tariff barriers to encourage domestic producers and deter competitors.

What is Fair Trade?

An economic system aiming for a moral and equitable global economy where prices are negotiated transparently between producers and consumers.

What is Neoliberalism?

Market-oriented reform policies such as eliminating price controls, deregulating capital markets, lowering trade barriers, and reducing state influence in the economy.

What is the main goal of Free Trade?

To increase nations' economic growth.

What is the main goal of Fair Trade?

To empower marginalized people and improve their quality of life.

According to Paul Collier, how can we help the bottom billion?

Increasing aids, use of international norms and standards, and reduction of trade barriers.

List 5 of the 10 Principles of Fair Trade

Create opportunities for economically disadvantaged producers; transparency and accountability; fair trading practices; payment of a fair price; ensuring no child labor and forced labor.

List 5 of the 10 Principles of Fair Trade

Commitment to non-discrimination, gender equality, freedom of association; ensuring good working conditions; providing capacity building; promoting Fair Trade; respect for the environment.

What is the Ethics of Global Citizenship?

Principles that help citizens overcome problems, build rapport, maintain peace and stability, and realize justice and equality.

What are Global Citizenship Rights?

Individual liberty, equality, and equity, new rights like digital access, LGBT rights, and environmental rights.

What are Global Citizenship Responsibilities?

Understanding perspectives, respecting cultural diversity, building relationships, understanding interconnectedness, understanding global issues.

What are some Global Citizenship Responsibilities related to advocacy and international cooperation?

Advocating for greater international cooperation, implementing international agreements, and advocating for more effective global equity and justice.