Chapter 5: Global

Issues that Concern

School And Society
Presented by:
Salone Servano
Marlyn Gry Mecer
Lady Ann Tomabini
Angela Bade
 Learning Objectives
At the end of this chapter , you should be
able to:
1 Discuss at least two global issues in society:
and
2 Explain proposed solutions to the social
problems.
 Introduction
The world has become a global village. We have become a
citizen of a global community. What takes place in one part of
the globe no matter how far affects us. It is a "small world after
all" so goes the song. In this Chapter, we will discuss global
issues that affect schools and us. It is hoped that you are able to
propose solutions to social problems which have become
current global issues.
Lesson 1: The top 10
Global Issues and how
they can be
Addressed
According To Chloe
Turner
 Top 10 Current Global
Issues and How they can
be addressed
1. Climate Change
• Rising global temperatures
and environmental
degradation.
 Top 10 Current Global
Issues and How they can
be addressed
2. Pollution
• Ocean litter, air, water,
and noise pollution.
 Top 10 Current Global
Issues and How they can
be addressed
3. Violence
• Social, cultural, and
economic violence.
Various forms of Violence

1. Physical Violence - occurs

when someone uses a part of
their body or an object to control
a person's actions.
Various forms of Violence

2. Sexual Violence - occurs

when a person is forced to
unwillingly take part in sexual
activity.
Various forms of Violence

3. Emotional Violence - occurs

when someone says or does
something make a person feel
stupid or worthless.
Various forms of Violence

4. Psychological Violence -
occurs when someone uses
threats and causes fear in an
individual to gain control.
Various forms of Violence

5. Spiritual Violence - occurs

when someone uses an
individual's spiritual beliefs to
manipulate, dominate or control
that person.
Various forms of Violence

6. Cultural Violence - occurs

when an individual is hammed as
a result of practices that are part
of her or his culture, religion or
tradition.
 Top 10 Current Global
Issues and How they can
be addressed
4. Security and Well Being
• Lack of security in various regions.
 Top 10 Current Global
Issues and How they can
be addressed
5. Lack of Education
• Millions of children not enrolled in
school.marginalization as well as
poverty.
 Top 10 Current Global
Issues and How they can
be addressed
6. Unemployment
• Lack of job opportunities and
skills.
 Top 10 Current Global
Issues and How they can
be addressed
7. Government Corruption
• Corruption undermining political
and economic development.
 Top 10 Current Global
Issues and How they can
be addressed
8. Malnourishment and Hunger
• Food insecurity and malnutrition.
 Top 10 Current Global
Issues and How they can
be addressed
9. Substance Abuse
• Global drug consumption and
substance abuse.
 Top 10 Current Global
Issues and How they can
be addressed
10. Terrorism
• Acts of violence and fear-inducing
tactics.
 Lesson 2: The 17
Sustainable Development
Goals 2015-2030
 The 17 Sustainable
Development Goals 2015-
2030
• Ban Ki-moon, the former UN
Secretary-General from 2007 to
2016, played a critical role in the
development and promotion of the
17 Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs).
 The 17 Sustainable
Development Goals 2015-
1. No Poverty 2030
• End poverty in all its forms everywhere.
2. Zero Hunger
• End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition, and
promote sustainable agriculture.
3. Good Health and Well-being
• Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages.
4. Quality Education
• Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote life-
long learning opportunities for all.
 The 17 Sustainable
Development Goals 2015-
5. Gender Equality 2030
• Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls.
6. Clean Water and Sanitation
• Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and
sanitation for all.
7. Affordable and Clean Energy
• Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern
energy for all.
8. Decent Work and Economic Growth
• Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth,
full and
 The 17 Sustainable
Development Goals 2015-
productive employment and2030
decent work for all.
9. Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
• Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable
industrialization and foster innovation.
10. Reduced Inequalities
• Reduce inequality within and among countries.
11. Sustainable Cities and Communities
• Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient, and
sustainable.
12. Responsible Consumption and Production
 The 17 Sustainable
Development Goals 2015-
2030
• Ensure sustainable consumption and productive patterns.
13. Climate Action
• Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts (in
line with the United Nations Frameworks Convention on Climate
Change).
14. Life below Water
• Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas, and marine
resources for sustainable development.
15. Life on Land
• Protect, restore, and promote sustainable use of terrestrial
ecosystems, sustainably manage forest, combat desertification, and
halt and reserve
 The 17 Sustainable
Development Goals 2015-
2030
degration and half biodiversity loss.
16. Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
• Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable
development, provide access to justice for all and build effective,
accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels
17. Partnership for the Goals
• Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global
partnership for sustainable development.
Thank you for listening!