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Helpful Words and Phrases

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  1. diverse
    • ex. Our class is diverse with students from different countries.
  2. philanthropic
    • ex. The rich businessman is known for his philanthropic efforts in helping poor families.
  3. at a crossroads
    • ex. After graduation, I found myself at a crossroads. I was not sure what job I should get.
  4. underrepresented
    • ex. Female employees are underrepresented in the company. The HR suggested getting more female employees.
  5. an inequity
    • ex. Salary inequity means that some workers earn less money for the same job.

Article

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The organization Global Citizen has invited a diverse group of political, business, and philanthropic leaders to discuss world problems in a meeting. The meeting will happen in New York on May 1 and 2. Hugh Evans, the head of Global Citizen, said in an interview that the world is at a crossroads on many issues. So, the meeting’s goal is to discuss issues, like food shortages, climate change, and public health in poor areas.

Famous personalities, including actress Michelle Yeoh, Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi, and Bezos Earth Fund CEO Andrew Steer will be attending. Other Hollywood celebrities, such as Hugh Jackman, Dakota Johnson, and Danai Gurira will also join the event. According to Gurira, her mission is to help people who are underrepresented and to fight inequities in Africa during the meeting.

Aside from addressing world problems, Global Citizen has another goal. It hopes to encourage more young people to join the group.  According to Evans, the organization will give the award Global Citizen Prize to five young leaders. This award will give the spotlight and provide financial support to young people who are making extraordinary efforts to change the world.

This material was based on an article by The Associated Press.

Discussion

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Global Citizen

  • Global Citizen has invited a diverse group of political, business, and philanthropic leaders to discuss world problems in a meeting. Do you think that these people are qualified to discuss and look for solutions to solve global issues? Why or why not? Discuss.
  • Global Citizen will also give awards to young leaders to encourage more young people to join the group. Why do you think it is important to inspire young people (ex. because they represent the future, because they have new ideas)? Discuss.
  • Imagine you have the chance to join philanthropic organizations like Global Citizen. Would you join? Why or why not? Discuss.

Philanthropic Acts

  • Why do you think people do philanthropic acts (ex. because they are kind, because they have too much money)? Discuss.
  • Do you believe that everyone should be philanthropic? Why or why not? Discuss.
  • Imagine you are starting a philanthropic organization. What issue would you like that organization to solve (ex. poverty, climate change)? Why? Discuss.