TED: What does it mean to be a citizen of the world? | Hugh evans

The video discusses the concept of global citizenship through the story of Davinia, who has made a significant impact by funding girls' education. It explores the speaker's personal journey and motivation to address global issues, emphasizing the need for systemic change and community-driven development. The Global Citizen movement is highlighted as a means to mobilize citizens worldwide to tackle challenges like poverty and climate change. The video concludes by addressing the challenges and opportunities for global citizens in influencing world leaders and creating sustainable change.

What was Davinia's initial method to support girls' education?

• Organizing charity events

• Collecting pennies from friends

• Volunteering at schools

• Starting a scholarship fund

What is a key characteristic of a global citizen?

• Avoiding political engagement

• Acting on the belief of being part of the human race

• Focusing on local issues only

• Identifying primarily with their nation

What realization did the narrator have after visiting the Philippines?

• Charity alone is sufficient

• Community development should be community-driven

• Poverty is a natural occurrence

• Education is not important

What was the outcome of the Make Poverty History campaign in Australia?

• It was ignored by the public

• It permanently changed government policies

• It led to a temporary increase in government investment

• It failed to gain any attention

What was the main goal of the Global Citizen organization?

• To focus solely on climate change

• To provide direct aid to developing countries

• To create a sustainable movement of active citizens

• To replace government policies

How did the Global Citizen Festival encourage participation?

• By requiring actions for global causes to earn tickets

• By offering free entry to everyone

• By hosting it in multiple cities

• By selling tickets at a discount

What tool did the Global Citizen Festival use to engage people?

• Educational workshops

• Music and concerts

• Political debates

• Social media campaigns

What challenge is highlighted regarding sustaining global focus?

• Lack of interest from citizens

• The belief that all politics is local

• Insufficient funding for global issues

• Over-reliance on technology

What was the narrator's reaction to the Australian Foreign Minister's comment?

• He found the thinking outdated and dangerous

• He decided to stop his activism

• He was inspired to focus on local issues

• He agreed with the minister

What is the potential impact of global citizens according to the narrator?

• They have no real impact on policies

• They can drive large-scale positive change

• They are limited to online activism

• They can only influence local issues