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Becoming Global Citizens for a Sustainable Society

Application 09-01-2019 ~ 12-31-2025
Learning 09-30-2019 ~ 12-31-2025(326 Weeks)
Course ID 2025_80_CL005_23_0_

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About the Course

 

This course introduces the SDGs and the notion of Global Citizenship through the series of lectures by renowned experts from all over the world, interviews with scholars, advocates and representatives from all different sectors, and case presentations by active global citizens. 

 

The course aims to examine and critically reflect on the revolving issues around the globe at local, national, and international levels by providing a platform where learners can virtually meet and learn from one another.

 

Learners will be able to deepen their understanding of the SDGs and global citizenship, exchange and embrace different perspectives, and challenge their own assumptions.

 

The course invites those who see themselves as global citizens as well as who aspire to assume active roles in bringing meaningful changes to oneself and to the society they are in.

 

No. Module Units
1 Global Citizenship and the SDGs

1) Understanding global citizenship in the context of the SDGs.

2) Why & What is Global Citizenship?

3) Issues Around Global Citizenship
2 Global Citizenship in a Challenging World

Key Challenges to Global Citizenship

- Poverty & Glocal Justice

- Consumerism & Eco Justice

- Peace & Preventing Violent Extremism

- Media Influence and Critical Literacy

- Globalization & Migration

- Gender Equality
3 Act to Change: Global Citizenship for Transformation

1) Highlights and Key Issues of the SDGs

2) Global Partnership for Achieving the SDGs
4 Meet the Global Citizens Around the World Case studies of innovative movements and cases of global citizens
5 Plan for Action: Becoming Active Global Citizens

1) How to become active global citizens

2) Advocacy tools and strategies

 

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GCED Online Campus
Ban Ki-moon Centre for Global Citizens

Course Reviews

  • Mila Jaca
    Dr. Heinz Fischer’s lecture on Human Rights and the SDGs made me realize how closely connected the two really are. He emphasized that we cannot achieve sustainable development without protecting human rights, since both are about ensuring dignity, equality, and justice for all.

    What struck me most was how issues like poverty reduction, gender equality, inclusive policies, and environmental protection are not just development goals but also human rights concerns. I liked how he explained that these areas are interdependent—progress in one affects progress in the others.

    For me, the key takeaway is that sustainable development must always be rooted in respect for human rights. It’s a reminder that as global citizens, we have a responsibility to link advocacy, policy, and everyday action to both human rights and the SDGs.
  • Mai Thanh Bình
    Absolutely wonderful course. With an amazing professor. We don't have enough opportunities to learn about SDGs and Global citizenship in my environnement, I am glad I had the chance to take the course, and I am looking forward for more.
  • Liezel Dailisan
    detailed information and interesting
  • Andrea Sabilao
    informative and interesting
  • stella s
    educative and interesting
  • Mariah Jen Lorenzo
    knowledgeable
  • Nour Youssfi Nour Youssfi
    knowledgeable
  • MA. REVECCA ARMAMENTO
    highly knowledgeable
  • Nikita Jetajobe
    very good topics
  • AARON JACOB ABAO AARON JACOB ABAO
    knowledgeable
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