Global competence
Who is a global citizen?
a person who respects other cultures and takes responsibility for global problems
What is climate change?
long-term changes in the Earth’s temperature and weather patterns
How do you call a social problem when people can't find a job, even if they can work?
Unemployment
What is social inequality?
Unequal opportunities and rights among people in a society
What skills and traits do you need to become a global citizen?
Open-mindedness, cultural awareness, empathy, etc.
Name cities around the world with the air pollution.
Delhi, Tashkent, Almaty, etc.
What is a social problem?
A situation that negatively affects many people in society.
Explain the meaning of 'empowerment'.
the process of giving people power and control over their lives, especially those who are in the minority
Explain the meaning of 'sustainable development'.
the development that meets today’s needs without harming the ability of future generations
What problem is caused by people cutting down too many trees?
Deforestation
Which age group is most affected by unemployment in many countries?
Young people
How do we call the difference in earnings between different groups of people (e.g. the rich and the poor)?
Income gap
How can global competence help solve global problems?
It helps people understand global issues, become culturally aware, and make decision for a sustainable future
What other global problems can poverty contribute to?
It can lead to poor education, hunger, lack of healthcare, and inequality.
What is one common reason people fall into poverty even if they work full time?
Low wages
What organization created the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)?
The United Nations (the UN)
In what year did UNESCO introduce 'Global Citizenship Education' as a key goal?
2015
What is the Air Quality Index (AQI) ranking of Almaty city?
113
Approximately what percentage of the world's population lives in poverty?
about 8-9%
According to the World Inequality Report (2023), what percentage of global wealth is owned by the richest 1%?
about 45%