TED: The real harm of the global arms trade | Samantha Nutt

The speaker shares their experience working in war-torn Somalia, highlighting the challenges faced in such environments. They discuss the global arms trade's role in perpetuating conflict and emphasize the need for accountability and transparency. The talk concludes with a call to action, urging individuals to contribute to peace efforts through education and economic development.

What was the main reason the speaker ended up in Baidoa, Somalia?

• To work with a private medical organization

• To conduct research on famine

• To volunteer with UNICEF

• To join a military mission

What tragic event did the speaker witness at the feeding clinic?

• A protest against aid workers

• A violent attack on the clinic

• A mother losing her child to malnutrition

• A child being recruited as a soldier

What is a significant factor contributing to civilian deaths in war zones?

• Political instability

• Small arms and light weapons

• Natural disasters

• Lack of education

Which countries are primarily responsible for exporting small arms?

• African countries

• Countries in the Global South

• Countries in the Global North

• Middle Eastern countries

What percentage of global weapons come from the UN Security Council's permanent members plus Germany?

• 80%

• 70%

• 60%

• 50%

What has been the trend in the small-arms trade since the start of the War on Terror?

• It has decreased

• It has grown threefold

• It has remained stable

• It has doubled

What is a potential consequence of arms shipped to conflict zones?

• They are returned to the exporters

• They remain with the intended recipients

• They are used for peaceful purposes

• They often end up with militant groups

What is one suggested method to reduce the supply of small arms?

• Ban all arms exports

• Adopt international arms transparency mechanisms

• Increase military spending

• Encourage private arms sales

What is a key strategy to disrupt the cycle of violence in war-torn regions?

• Increase military presence

• Focus on short-term aid

• Provide more weapons

• Invest in education and economic development

What type of contributions are more effective for humanitarian organizations?

• Volunteering time

• One-time large donations

• Monthly regular contributions

• Donations of goods