TED: A global movement to solve global problems | Colombe Cahen-Salvador

The speaker discusses the need for global unity to address pressing issues like climate change, migration, and fiscal justice. Inspired by Brexit, they co-founded Volt, a pan-European political movement, and later launched Now, a global initiative. The framework 'Think, Unite, Leap' is introduced to guide global collaboration. Examples of campaigns for democracy and health equity are shared, emphasizing the need for a global governance system. The talk concludes with a call to action for individuals to work together across borders.

What motivated the speaker to start the Volt movement?

• A disagreement with local politics

• A need for financial gain

• The UK's decision to leave the EU

• A desire for personal fame

What was the initial reaction of the speaker to the UK's decision to leave the EU?

• Indifference

• Confusion

• Devastation

• Excitement

Why does the speaker believe a global approach is necessary?

• To increase national pride

• To promote local businesses

• To reduce international travel

• To solve issues like climate change and migration

What does the speaker identify as a major flaw in the current global system?

• Lack of national pride

• Overemphasis on local issues

• Too much global collaboration

• Thinking within national frameworks

What is the first step in the speaker's framework for global change?

• Think globally

• Unite locally

• Act individually

• Leap forward

What is the ultimate goal of the 'Now' movement according to the speaker?

• To unite people beyond borders

• To create a new political party

• To promote local businesses

• To increase national security

How does the speaker suggest we can influence governments to act on global issues?

• By increasing taxes

• By uniting beyond borders

• By reducing international trade

• By voting in local elections

What action did the 'Now' movement take to address the erosion of democracy in Hong Kong?

• Organized local protests

• Started a social media campaign

• Hosted weekly protests at Chinese embassies

• Wrote letters to local governments

What example does the speaker use to illustrate the need for a new global governance system?

• The rise of social media

• The space race

• The COVID-19 pandemic

• The financial crisis

What does the speaker hope to achieve within their lifetime?

• A world with fewer international organizations

• A world where global collaboration is the norm

• A world with more national borders

• A world focused on local issues