world citizenship
[/wɜːrld ˈsɪtɪzənʃɪp/]
noun
cidadania mundial
1. The concept of belonging to a global community that transcends national borders, emphasizing shared humanity and universal responsibilities
She advocates for world citizenship as a way to promote peace and understanding across nations.
Ela defende a cidadania mundial como forma de promover a paz e compreensão entre as nações.
2. A philosophical or political ideology suggesting that individuals should identify primarily as members of humanity rather than as citizens of specific nation-states
The movement promotes world citizenship through education about global interconnectedness.
O movimento promove a cidadania mundial através da educação sobre a interconexão global.
3. A legal or formal status in some international organizations recognizing an individual's commitment to global community participation
Several NGOs offer certificates of world citizenship to their committed members.
Várias ONGs oferecem certificados de cidadania mundial para seus membros comprometidos.
World citizenship gained prominence in the late 20th century as globalization increased. In Brazil, it's often discussed in educational contexts and by NGOs focused on sustainable development and human rights. In the USA, it remains a more ideologically contentious concept, with some viewing it as compatible with patriotism and others as a threat to national sovereignty. The term reflects growing awareness of transnational issues like climate change and pandemics.
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