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    The Top 10 Most Important


    Current Global Issues
    Among all the good in the world, and all
    the progress being made in global issues,
    there is still much more to be done. Given
    the overwhelming disasters that nations,
    including the U.S., have been or still are
    going through, it is important to be aware
    of the most pressing global issues.

    Top 10 Current Global Issues

    1. Climate Change
    The global temperatures are rising,
    and are estimated to increase from
    2.6 degrees Celsius to 4.8 degrees
    Celsius by 2100. This would cause
    more severe weather, crises with
    food and resources and the spread of
    diseases. The reduction of
    greenhouse emissions and the
    spreading of education on the
    importance of going green can help
    make a big difference. Lobbying
    governments and discussing policies
    to reduce carbon emissions and
    encouraging reforestation is an
    effective way of making progress with
    climate change.

    2. Pollution
    Pollution is one of the most difficult
    global issues to combat, as the
    umbrella term refers to ocean litter,
    pesticides and fertilizers, air, light and
    noise pollution. Clean water is
    essential for humans and animals,
    but more than one billion people
    don’t have access to clean water due
    to pollution from toxic substances,
    sewage or industrial waste. It is of the
    utmost importance that people all
    over the world begin working to
    minimize the various types of
    pollution, in order to better the
    health of the planet and all those
    living on it.

    3. Violence
    Violence can be found in the social,
    cultural and economic aspects of the
    world. Whether it is conflict that has
    broken out in a city, hatred targeted
    at a certain group of people or sexual
    harassment occurring on the street,
    violence is a preventable problem
    that has been an issue for longer
    than necessary. With continued work
    on behalf of the governments of all
    nations, as well as the individual
    citizens, the issue can be addressed
    and reduced.

    4. Security and Well Being


    The U.N. is a perfect example of
    preventing the lack of security and
    well being that is a serious global
    issue. Through its efforts with
    regional organizations and
    representatives that are skilled in
    security, the U.N. is working toward
    increasing the well being of people
    throughout the world.

    5. Lack of Education
    More than 72 million children
    throughout the globe that are of the
    age to be in primary education are
    not enrolled in school. This can be
    attributed to inequality and
    marginalization as well as poverty.
    Fortunately, there are many
    organizations that work directly with
    the issue of education in providing
    the proper tools and resources to aid
    schools.

    6. Unemployment
    Without the necessary education and
    skills for employment, many people,
    particularly 15- to 24-year olds,
    struggle to find jobs and create a
    proper living for themselves and their
    families. This leads to a lack of
    necessary resources, such as enough
    food, clothing, transportation and
    proper living conditions. Fortunately,
    there are organizations throughout
    the world teaching people in need the
    skills for jobs and interviewing,
    helping to lift people from the vicious
    cycle of poverty.

    7. Government Corruption
    Corruption is a major cause of
    poverty considering how it affects the
    poor the most, eroding political and
    economic development, democracy
    and more. Corruption can be
    detrimental to the safety and well
    being of citizens living within the
    corrupted vicinity, and can cause an
    increase in violence and physical
    threats without as much regulation in
    the government.

    8. Malnourishment & Hunger


    Currently there are 795 million
    people who do not have enough to
    eat. Long-term success to ending
    world hunger starts with ending
    poverty. With fighting poverty
    through proper training for
    employment, education and the
    teaching of cooking and gardening
    skills, people who are suffering will be
    more likely to get jobs, earn enough
    money to buy food and even learn
    how to make their own food to save
    money.

    9. Substance Abuse
    The United Nations reports that, by
    the beginning of the 21st century, an
    estimated 185 million people over the
    age of 15 were consuming drugs
    globally. The drugs most commonly
    used are marijuana, cocaine, alcohol,
    amphetamine stimulants, opiates and
    volatile solvents. Different classes of
    people, both poor and rich, partake in
    substance abuse, and it is a
    persistent issue throughout the
    world. Petitions and projects are in
    progress to end the global issue of
    substance abuse.

    10. Terrorism
    Terrorism is an issue throughout the
    world that causes fear and insecurity,
    violence and death. Across the globe,
    terrorists attack innocent people,
    often without warning. This makes
    civilians feel defenseless in their
    everyday lives. Making national
    security a higher priority is key in
    combating terrorism, as well as
    promoting justice in wrongdoings to
    illustrate the enforcement of the law
    and the serious punishments for
    terror crimes.
    With so many current global issues that
    require immediate attention, it is easy to
    get discouraged. However, the amount of
    progress that organizations have made in
    combating these problems is admirable,
    and the world will continue to improve in
    the years to come. By staying active in
    current events, and standing up for the
    health and safety of all humans, everyone
    is able to make a difference in changing
    the fate of our world.

    – Chloe Turner

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