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"How Global Citizens can Unite to make Global Governance possible

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Joining Forces to Find Solutions: How Global Citizens Can Use Global Governance to Address Global Issues Although technology unites us in today's globalized world, country boundaries continue to keep us apart. The problems that humanity faces, such as poverty, human rights violations, pandemics, and climate change, call for answers that are greater than what any one country can provide. The crucial query then becomes: How can we, as world citizens, unite to tackle these common issues? The significance of international cooperation, the idea of global governance, and the possible contribution of a single global government to the mobilization of significant solutions are all examined in this article. Examining Global Issues and the Goals of Global Governance: A Way Forward for Coordinated Action In a time when boundaries separate us yet technology unites us across continents, finding new ways to unite is necessary to overcome the enormous global challenges that humanity faces. How...

Rethinking Global Governance

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  The 25th International Conference of Chief Justices of the World We are at a turning point in history to reinterpret the rules governing global cooperation, fairness, and peace in the face of hitherto unseen difficulties. The goal of the 25th International Conference of Chief Justices of the World, which is set for November 20–24, 2024, is to establish a new international political and economic order in addition to bringing together the legal community from around the globe.  This conference aims to start a revolutionary process toward long-lasting world unity and sustainable progress through the creation of a world parliament and enforced international laws. Under the inspiring direction of CMS founder, the late Dr. Jagdish Gandhi, the International Conference of Chief Justices of the World began in 2001 and has since expanded to become a globally recognized forum that brings together more than 1,450 chief justices, judges, and heads of state from 145 nations. At City Mon...

Resolving the Israel-Palestine Conflict: A Course of Action via Diplomacy, Communication and Global Citizenship Education

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One of the trickiest and longest-running problems of our day is the conflict between Israel and Palestine. With roots in politics, history and intensely personal accounts of violence and displacement, it has remained unsolved for decades in spite of multiple diplomatic attempts. It is evident from the terrible human cost, the deaths, and the profound psychological wounds caused by years of fighting that peace is not only politically necessary but also critically necessary for humanitarian reasons. As someone who is dedicated to promoting world peace and harmony, I think there are workable solutions to this dispute. These include finding political solutions, but perhaps more crucially, I think shaping the next generation of Israelis and Palestinians will greatly depend on promoting citizenship education on a worldwide scale. A Two-State Perspective on Political and Diplomatic Solutions A two-state solution, in which Israel and Palestine live in peace as two independent states, is esse...

Global Citizenship Education: A Path Toward a Just and Sustainable World By Dr. Shishir Srivastava

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  I recently finished a course on global citizenship education (GCED), provided by APCEIU under UNESCO. As an educator dedicated to advancing world peace and unity, this encounter gave me great insights into how education can change people's lives and how important it is for teachers to mould compassionate, worldly-minded individuals. Here, I discuss some of the course's most important teachings that have increased my understanding of social responsibility, global interdependence, and education's capacity to build a just and sustainable world. The World Has Gone Global: A Two-Sided Sword In the globalized world of today, globalization has grown to be a potent force that determines national destiny. Consider medical tourism in India, where individuals go from all over the world to receive specialized medical care. But as globalization increases interdependence, it also makes inequality more apparent. Our task as educators is to build empathy and unity in our pupils while...

Building up Young Leaders for Tomorrow: A Way to Make India and the World Stronger Together

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Building up Young Leaders for Tomorrow: A Way to Make India and the World Stronger Together - Dr. Shishir Srivastava The empowerment of our youth is crucial for India's future and the future of our global society as we stand at a crossroads in a fast changing world. Our social, economic, and environmental problems are complicated, but they are not insurmountable. The answer is to foster youth leadership and provide young people with the tools they need to become responsible global citizens who contribute to a more peaceful and united world, in addition to being the leaders of India's development. Youth's Power: A Stirring Force for Transformation India is a young country. Our youth have unmatched vitality, inventiveness, and promise, with over 65% of the population under 35. These are the future's inventors, businesspeople, and leaders who can propel the country forward and increase its wealth. To fully realize this potential, though, we must make investments in ou...

'New India in the 21st Century: 21 Visions for a Developed India by 2050' - a book by Dr Shishir Srivastava

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New India in the 21 st Century: 21 Visions for a Developed India by 2050 presents ideas and proposals that could have a positive effect on the development of the Nation as a whole. During the last decade, India has exercised strong leadership both domestically and internationally. The visions mentioned in this book could further help steer India towards a ‘developed nation’ status. The book represents the aspiration of Indians who wish to see their motherland revive its Ancient Glory. It also gives hope to the Indian diaspora and global citizens worldwide who wish to see India and Indians becoming prosperous and leading the world economically and spiritually. It explores 21 key areas which are important for India’s overall development. Each chapter is divided into three sub-parts: The first part traces the recent achievements of India while the second part elaborates on how India can harness its potential in certain areas to become a developed nation through the plan of action. ...