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Challenge and Change
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- 1What is globalization?- A process where societies, cultures, politics, and economies around the world are becoming increasingly integrated
- increasing interconnectedness between people, countries, economy, and communication - 2What is Globalization?- A process where societies, cultures, politics, and economies around the world are becoming increasingly integrated
- Increasing interconnectedness between people, countries, economies, and communication - 3Modernization Theory- an economic theory that draws on ideas from Marx, Durkheim and Weber
- Focuses on how "traditional" societies are transformed into Western or "modern" societies
- suggests higher standards of living for Western societies
- Society progresses through 5 stages of development - 4Dependency Theory- Global South countries export inexpensive raw materials to the Global North for processing to create more valuable, refined products and goods
- processed goods are then sold back to the Global South at high prices- Many Global South citizens are exploited for resources/cheap labour - 5Globalization TheoriesStage 1: Traditional Society- Subsistence, barter, agriculture
Transition triggered by external influence, interests, or markets
Stage 2: Preconditions for Take-Off - specialization, surpluses, infrastructure
Installation of physical infrastructure (roads, railways, etc.) and the emergence of the social/ political elite
Stage 3: Take-Off - industrialization, growing investment, regional growth, political change
Stage 4: Drive to Maturity - diversification, innovation, less reliance on imports
investment exploitation of comparative advantages in international trade
Stage 5: High Mass Consumption - consumer-oriented, durable goods flourish, service sector becomes dominant - 6Evolving Lannguage- third world/developing come with negative connotations (the Cold War)
- These older phrases promote preconceptions and oversimplified narratives that can sow discord and establish a "donor-recipient" relationship; they are inaccurate in describing the diversity and complexity of the countries.
- global north & global south (a value free distinction) - this groups countries along socioeconomic and political characteristics. - 7What is the Fair Trade?- an organized social movement aimed at creating equity in international trade and to promote sustainability
- Some fair trade brands: Gap, Old Navy, Banana Rep., Levis, Hanes, Vans - 8How is Globalization Bad?- There is increased flow of skilled and non-skilled jobs from developed to developing nations as corporations seek out the cheapest labour
- There is increased likelihood that economic disruption in one nation will affect all nations
- Corporate influence of nation-states exceeds that of civil society organizations and average citizens
- Control of world media by a handful of corporations threatens to limit cultural expression
- Globalization spread Western lifestyle and attitude that sees consumption as the path to prosperity
- There is decreased environmental integrity - 9Upsides of GlobalizationPros:
- Economic growth - for many countries, it has increased prosperity and created new job opportunities*
- Access to Goods/Services - consumers have a wider range of goods & services, allowing for greater consumer choice
- Cultural Exchange - people can experience different cultures & traditions through travel/media/communication, which (hopefully) leads to a greater appreciation of different perspectives - 10Downsides of globalizationCons:
- Exploitation and Inequality – mistreatment or unfair use of a person for the benefit of others, exacerbating income inequality within and between countries; some people are left behind
- Job Displacement - Jobs have been outsourced to countries with low labour costs now that we have international competition for cheap labour
- Environmental Impact - Increased global trade, production, and consumption places a strain on natural systems and resources - 11Why is ‘reduced inequalities’ a major UN sustainable development goal and can explain why reducing them is important within and among countries- Goal: reduce inequalities within/amoung countries
- All people have a chanc at a better life
- The most vulnerable groups are severely harmed by COVID 19, and they are also the populations that encounter the most discrimination.
- to avoid dividing society and impeding economic and social progress. - 12PrejudiceNegative attitudes & feelings towards a person or group. Deeply rooted in the idea that some people are ‘less than’ (others). Prejudice can be ‘invisible’ and exist entirely within your head (e.g. it’s affective/cognitive).
- 13BiasBias refers to the tendency or inclination to favour or disfavour something or someone, often based on personal experiences, beliefs, or societal influences. Bias can be both conscious and unconscious, and it can influence our perceptions, judgments, and actions
- 14RacismPertains to the belief in the inherent superiority or inferiority of certain races and the resulting discriminatory practices and policies based on these beliefs. Racism involves systemic power imbalances and structural oppression that perpetuate discrimination and disadvantages for marginalized racial or ethnic groups.
- 15what universal human rights are, provide five examples using the UDHR, and describe their general characteristics1. All people are free and equal: All people are born free, with equal rights and respect. They should behave towards one another in a respectful way because they are gifted with reason and conscience.
2. There isn't any bias: regardless of race, colour, sex, language, religion, political viewpoint, national or social origin, possessions, date of birth, or any other status, everyone has the right to all freedoms and rights. Additionally, there shall be no distinction based on a person's nationality or the political, legal, or international standing of the country or territory they are a citizen of.
3. The right to life: Everyone is entitled to life, liberty, and personal security.
No slavery: No one shall be subjected to slavery or servitude, and all forms of slavery and the slave trade shall be outlawed.
5. No torture and inhumane treatment: There shall be no torture or cruel, inhuman, or humiliating treatment or punishment of any person. - 16Identity markers under the Canadian human rights charter (protected grounds)family status
genetics
Race
National or Ethnic Origin
Colour
Religion
Age
Sex
Sexual Orientation
Gender Identity or Expression
Marital Status
Family Status
Disability
Genetic Characteristics - 17Formula for discriminationGrounds of discrimination + Discriminatory action + Negative impact on you
- 18UNESCOThe United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
- 19WHOWorld Health Organization
- 20UNICEFUnited Nations Children's Fund
- 21History and activity of international organization UNICEF- Established in 1945, after the end of WWII, to replace the League of Nations
- Objectives: Maintain international peace & security, foster relations between nations, promote progress and raise standards of living, and uphold human rights
- 193 member states with specialized branches like the World health Organization and United Nations Children’s Fund
- Designed to address global issues like war, poverty, pandemics, and human rights abuse (via sanctions) - 223 main questions you’d see on a human rights complaint formWhat happened?
Why do you think this happened?
How has this had a negative effect on your life? - 23What makes Canadians sick?50% your life (income, childhood, gender, employment, race, food, housing)
25% your health care (Health care accssability/system, wait time)
15% your biology (genetics)
10% your enviornment (air qualiity, infrastructure) - 24Define social determinants of healthA broad range of NON-MEDICAL social factors, EXTERNAL to an individual, that influence health - both directly and indirectly.
SDH shape the conditions in which people live, work, and grow; they can promote well-being or confer disease risk - 25provide specific examples of social determinants of health and explain how they might reasonably relate to developing a diseaseEducation: higher education associated with improved health outcomes, such as a longer life expectancy and higher quality of life. Education will provide prospects for better job, income, and decision-making on actions that have a negative impact on one's health.
Housing: Having safe & affordable housing confers health. access to clean water and sanitation vs. Living in a neighborhood with a high crime rate/homelessness leads to limited resources and increased risk for infections disease, injuries due to accidents/violence, and exacerbates chronic conditions. - 26D.I.P analysisDistal - Wider circumstances including broad cultural values, national/international political forces, laws/policies, climate, conflict, media, racism, history ; these establish the wider context in which a person lives
Intermediate - These define your more immediate social environment and include things like your workplace, hospitals, school, and community infrastructure/resources
Proximal - These are DIRECTLY related to an individual themselves (e.g. biology, behaviour, capabilities, attitudes) - 27—
- 28Sequence of Potential factor that impact Healthgender vs genetics vs job
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