Description
In an interconnected world facing complex challenges such as climate change, inequality, migration, and global health crises, the need for responsible and engaged global citizens is greater than ever. This course introduces learners to the principles and practices of global citizenship, emphasizing human solidarity, cultural understanding, and ethical responsibility. Through interdisciplinary perspectives, the course explores how individuals can drive social change at local, national, and international levels. Topics include global governance, transnational activism, sustainable development, intercultural communication, and civic responsibility. Students engage with global case studies and grassroots movements that demonstrate the power of collective action and the importance of empathy and cooperation. The course also emphasizes critical thinking and reflective practice, encouraging learners to examine their values, biases, and roles in a global society. Assignments include creating personal action plans for civic engagement, evaluating global issues from multiple perspectives, and collaborating on community-based initiatives. By completing this course, learners will gain the skills and motivation to contribute to a more just, equitable, and sustainable world, embodying the values of compassion, inclusivity, and shared humanity.
Effiong –
This course helped me understand the bigger picture of global justice and equity. It connected theory with real-world action, and I now apply those principles daily in my outreach work.
Sakirat –
A truly eye-opening experience. It challenged my perspectives and gave me practical tools to contribute meaningfully to social change, both locally and globally.
Odinaka –
This course added so much value to my work around inclusion and cultural awareness. It offered frameworks that I now use in training and policy planning.
Saka –
What I loved most was the global case studies—they brought abstract concepts to life. It’s a must for anyone passionate about activism, diplomacy, or human rights.
Elijah –
I appreciated the global lens this course offered. It doesn’t just talk about problems—it equips you to be part of the solution.