As I have stated in the discussion area of the Webster Blackboard, I believe very much in the idea of "global citizenship". I believe that care and concern for the welfare of our brothers and sisters across the globe should be a primary issue for all of us.
The individual consciousness of citizens all over the world should be one that constantly works to include all members of the human family and that demonstrates (in meaningful ways) empathy, courage and compassion.
More than that, I believe that it is the responsibility of the nations of the world to multi-laterally work for world peace and the preservation of human rights everywhere.
On its face, global citizenship seems like a lofty ideal. However, I believe it to be a concept worthy of continued dialog and consideration.
There are many definitions and ideas about what being a "global citizen" really means.
I conducted a google search and found the following language:
"A Global Citizen is a person fully able to engage productively and effectively with the global academic, business, civic and cultural environments by possessing and demonstrating"
1. Excellent written and oral communication skills
2. The ability to work effectively in teams
3. A mastery of common business technology tools
4. The ability to analyze and solve complex problems
5. The sensitivity and skill necessary to succeed in a culturally diverse global environment
6. The flexibility to accept and initiate change
7. Solid leadership skills
8. Fluency in at least one language besides English
9. The level of cultural and aesthetic sophistication necessary for an understanding of and appreciation for the arts
10. High levels of moral reasoning "
Some food for thought...
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What an interesting list of characteristics for "global citizenship." Are you quoting or paraphrasing the list from another source (if so, please cite source), or is this you own original list? Either way, they are thought-provoking, indeed!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for your comment.
ReplyDeleteIt is not my original list. I will go back and attempt to locate and cite. However, I also though it was very interesting. What resonated most with me were the comments about being fluent in another language, having the skills to succeed in a culturally diverse global environment, leadership skills and high moral reasoning.