Global Citizen: A ROADMAP

How to I become a Global Citizen?

We established that, first, we need to make sure we consume information that gives us a global prospective.

Here are 10 Steps to Become a Global Citizen 🌍✨

  1. Diversify Your News Sources πŸ“°
    Follow international and non-Western outlets like Al Jazeera, Deutsche Welle, and Africa News for balanced global coverage.
  2. Use Alternative Platforms 🌐
    Explore platforms like Substack, Medium, Reddit, and Quora for unfiltered, independent voices.
  3. Broaden Cultural Consumption πŸŽ¬πŸ“š
    Watch global films and read books from international authors like Murakami and Adichie.
  4. Learn a New Language πŸ—£οΈ
    Start with apps like Duolingo and Babbel, then practice with real people through Tandem or HelloTalk.
  5. Join Global Discussions πŸ’¬
    Participate in forums like the UNESCO Global Citizenship Education forum and Global Voices.
  6. Travel Virtually or Physically πŸ—ΊοΈβœˆοΈ
    Explore the world through virtual platforms or plan meaningful trips focused on culture and history.
  7. Support Global Causes 🌍🀝
    Volunteer or donate to organizations like Amnesty International, WWF, or Doctors Without Borders.
  8. Reframe Your Social Media Feed πŸ“±
    Follow creators, thinkers, and activists from diverse regions for daily global perspectives.
  9. Take Global Citizenship Courses πŸŽ“
    Learn about global politics, economics, and human rights on platforms like Coursera and edX.
  10. Challenge Your Biases 🧠
    Keep a journal of how your worldview evolves and read about cognitive biases, like in Manufacturing Consent by Noam Chomsky.

Moving forward, I will be going through each one of the above activities, and taking specific action to be close to become a Global Citizen.

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