A Global Perspective

1. What specific issues/events impact on the way of life for citizens of individual countries?

2. How are international groups helping to address these social justice concerns?

3. Discuss international movements or laws/ organizations that help with justice like Amnesty, United nations, Catholic Church.

Sweatshops are a social justice issue which impacts many citizens in individual countries such as China, Vietnam, Bangladesh, and more. There is no single definition of what a sweatshop is. The US Department of Labor defines a sweatshop as a factory that violates two or more labor laws, such as those pertaining to wages and benefits, child labor or working hours. (Wanda Embar, 2015)

International groups are endorsing boycotting brands such as Nike, Walmart, Victoria’s Secret, Disney and more, as they use sweatshop labor to produce their products.

The United Nations have taken action against eliminating sweatshops, particularly in the Sports Footwear Industry.

1. Make sure you discuss the universal declaration of human rights.

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights is a milestone document for civil rights. It was made by representatives with a variety of legal and cultural backgrounds, to set out fundamental human rights to be universally protected. (UN, 2016)

1. Discuss one person that has made a difference with justice issues globally

Jesus Christ (6BCE – 30 BCE) was a Biblical Figure and religious leader whose life was dedicated to his teachings of Christianity. He was an example for living a spiritual life, with one of his most famous quotes being “Love one another. As I have loved you.” It is believed that Jesus Christ died for the sins of all people, the epitome of a selfless act of love and compassion.