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Introduction to Global Citizenship Education

• Global Citizenship Education (GCED) empowers learners to think, share, and act for a more just, peaceful, inclusive, and sustainable world.

• Key dimensions of GCED: Cognitive, Socio-emotional, Behavioural.

• Importance of embedding GCED themes into education syllabi to cultivate respect, empathy, and civil participation among citizens.

Gender Equality in Malaysia

Political Appointments

• Increased representation of women in high political positions in Malaysia.

  • Tan Sri Dato' Seri Utama Tengku Maimun: First female Chief Justice of Malaysia.

  • Latheefa Koya: First female head of the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC).

  • Datuk Nor Shamsiah Mohd Yunus: Governor of Bank Negara Malaysia.

• Reflects significant changes regarding women's roles in policymaking.

Gender Equality in Workforce

• Labour force distribution in Q2 2019: 60.8% males (9.49 million) vs. 39.2% females (6.11 million).

• Notable 0.2% increase in women's representation in the workforce.

• Employment statistics: 15.08 million persons employed, which includes 39.1% females (5.90 million).

• Average monthly salary for women is 4% less than men, illustrating persistent gender pay gap even with similar qualifications.

• Traditional and cultural norms contribute to inequality.

Importance of Gender Equality

• Gender equality is crucial for national development, involving equal rights across all areas of society.

• Advocacy for gender equality is linked to human rights and inclusion.

• The statement: "How can a country develop when society is discriminated and marginalized economically, politically, and socially?" emphasizes the collective responsibility in promoting gender equality.

Global Citizenship Education Themes

• GCED themes include respect for diversity, empowerment of youth, and civil participation.

• Examine how education contributes to Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Understanding Globalisation

• Globalisation: Interconnectivity of cultures, human activities, and trade. Does not diminish state power but enhances it.

• Major historical milestones: Iraq and the Persian Gulf War (1990-1991) signified a new world order.

• Syrian Civil War: Ongoing since January 2011 with complex international dynamics and humanitarian implications.

Key Terms

• Conflict: Struggles among conflicting parties, often involving socio-political, economic, or territorial issues.

• Gender Equality: Equal rights and opportunities irrespective of gender.

• Global Citizenship Education: Education aimed at fostering global awareness and solidarity.

• Globalisation: The process of international integration arising from the interchange of world views, products, ideas, and other aspects of culture.

• Persian Gulf War: Conflict following Iraq's invasion of Kuwait.

• State: A distinct political community within a defined territory governed by a single political authority.

• Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): A universal call to action to end poverty, protect the planet, and ensure prosperity for all by 2030.