Global Consciousness
Is the ability to understand the global, international, and/or cross-cultural sources, interconnections, and/or implications of systems, institutions, events, and/or actions; value and acknowledge other cultures as legitimate; demonstrate open-mindedness, and act effectively in settings where language and culture are not native. Global consciousness includes the expectation that people understand domestic diversity issues (privilege, power, societal “isms,” social justice) and exhibit behaviors that reveal an inclination toward equity; and that they understand the ways that diversity/social justice issues play out globally.
…. the awareness and understanding of our rapidly changing and unequal world. It encourages people to think critically, consider their rights and responsibilities as global citizens, as well as their potential to effect change for a more just and equal world….
Global Competence is rooted in our changing reality and is constantly evolving with the world. At its core, global competence is “the disposition and capacity to understand and act on issues of global significance.”