Contemporary Issues

It refers to an event, idea, opinion, topic, or problem that is relevant and in public discourse in our community, our nation, or the world at present.

In order for an event or problem to be considered a contemporary issue, it must be

• Important and valuable to society

• Have a clear effect or influence on society or the population, in general,

• Happening at the present time

• It must be about subject matters being talked about by various groups in society

• It focuses only on the issue alone.

refers to subjects, themes, or problems that affect society because they are talked about, are causes and bases for people’s disagreements and debates, and are widely affecting people’s lives in society.

As a youth who has a vital role in nation-building, why do you think it is important for you to be fully aware and involved in our nation’s public and civic affairs?

Human rights abuses and violations continue in the 21st century (2000-2020)

• True

• False

Protests against _________ took center stage this year.

• war

• racism

• climate changes

• income inequality

Which headline describes an event that resulted from the terrorist attacks on September 11, 2001?

• "Israeli-Palestinian Negotiations Resume"

• "Debt Crisis Shakes European Union"

• "Troops Deployed to Afghanistan"

Contemporary issues means having importance in the current time.

• True

• False

The two dimensions of Contemporary issues are interconnected.

• True

• False

Contemporary issues includes unconventional topics that are not discussed before.

• True

• False