Module 6: Taking Global Action

Civic Responsibilities

What are civic responsibilities? Citizens should but may not always be aware of their civic responsibilities. There are diverse perspectives on the extent that citizens owe a responsibility to their community and to the people outside of their community. Are your responsibilities morally imposed or legislated by the laws of the country? civic responsibilities: being accountable as a citizen to your community or country

Read

Read the responsibility and rank list on page 384 in Perspectives on Globalization.

Read pages 377 to 395 in Perspectives on Globalization about perspectives on the civic responsibilities in a globalizing world.

Reflect on your readings and discussion. Complete the following statement:

As a global citizen, I am responsible to ____________ and for ____________.