Global Citizen Blog
Good mental health at work and the Golden Age of economic globalization
In this issue, we share two op-eds that explore: The three major factors that contributed to the global economy's fragility. The steps needed to build a culture of equality and inclusion at the UN....
One World: Global Cooperation and Shared Social Narrative
This month, we share two op-eds that examine the following topics: An urgent need for stronger global cooperation and a radical reform of the multilateral system. The ongoing fracturing of the shared social narrative at local, national, and global levels....
Mikhail Gorbachev: The Last Great Statesman
This month, we share two pieces that explore: Mikhail Gorbachev and his impact on history The new book of political scientist Francis Fukuyama -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- "With the...
Protect the Protest
This month, we share two interesting articles that reflect on: How the Ukraine war is accelerating a shift in global power The unprecedented threats against the right to protest and freedom of speech in several parts of the world...
Is the World Going to Hell in a Handbasket?
Is the world going to hell in a handbasket? The answer is no, says Jonathan Power in his new op-ed. Despite the pandemic and the disruption brought by the war in Ukraine, there is still room for being optimistic. "Don't depend for your information on the fickle eye of...
It’s Time to Tax the Rich
This month, we share a report and an article that analyze the need for urgent action and policies to reduce the social inequalities that skyrocketed during the pandemic worldwide....
Peace, Nonalignment, Negotiations, and Nuclear War
This month, we share three articles that examine the invasion of Ukraine, the role of negotiations, peace and nonalignment, and the danger of a nuclear war....
Climate Change: Eight Reasons Not to Give Up Hope
This month, we share an interesting article that looks at the findings of the latest Climate Report and shines a light on the positive takeaways. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Eight...
The Ukraine Crisis & Women’s Leadership in the Fight Against Climate Change
This month, we share three articles that reflect on: The role of the UN Security Council to stop the Ukraine crisis Why climate justice requires women's leadership The respect of international humanitarian law during the Ukraine war...
Advocacy for women’s rights and war
This month, we share an article that analyzes the link between advocacy for women's rights and violent conflict. Women's Rights and Peace Don't Always Go Hand in Hand "Does the U.S. government have an equal interest in supporting, empowering and listening to the...