collective good
[/kəˈlɛktɪv ɡʊd/]
nounpl: collective goods
bem coletivo
1. A benefit or resource that is shared by all members of a community or society, where one person's use does not diminish its availability to others (non-rivalrous) and cannot exclude others from benefiting (non-excludable)
Clean air is considered a collective good because everyone benefits from it and its use by one person does not prevent others from using it.
Ar limpo é considerado um bem coletivo porque todos se beneficiam dele e seu uso por uma pessoa não impede que outras o utilizem.
2. In economics and political theory, goods or services provided for the benefit of society as a whole rather than for individual profit
Public education is a collective good that benefits the entire society.
Educação pública é um bem coletivo que beneficia toda a sociedade.
3. Resources or advantages that serve the common interest and welfare of a group
National security is a collective good that requires contributions from all citizens.
Segurança nacional é um bem coletivo que requer contribuições de todos os cidadãos.
The concept of 'collective good' (bem coletivo) is central to Brazilian social and political discourse, particularly in discussions about public health, education, and infrastructure. It reflects the Portuguese-speaking world's emphasis on community welfare and social responsibility. In the USA, similar concepts are discussed as 'public goods' or 'common good,' though with varying emphasis on individual versus collective responsibility.
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