Key elements of Global Citizenship

The key elements for developing responsible Global Citizenship are identified as:

• knowledge and understanding;

• skills;

• values and attitudes.

Knowledge and understanding

• Social justice and equity

• Diversity

• Globalisation and interdependence

• Sustainable development

• Peace and conflict

Skills

• Critical thinking

• Ability to argue effectively

• Ability to challenge injustice and inequalities

• Respect for people and things

• Co-operation and conflict resolution

Values and attitudes

• Sense of identity and self-esteem

• Empathy

• Commitment to social justice and equity

• Value and respect for diversity

• Concern for the environment and commitment to sustainable development

• Belief that people can make a difference