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Today, we are truly a global family. What happens in one part of the world may affect us all. This, of course, is not only true of the negative things that happen, but is equally valid for the positive developments. We not only know what happens elsewhere, thanks to the extraordinary modern communications technology. We are also directly affected by events that occur far away.

Tenzin Gyatso#40

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About this quote

What does it mean?
Modern communication has made us a global family where events everywhere affect us all.
In plain terms
Technology connects us all so distant events impact everyone.
What can you take from it?
Recognize our shared global reality in a connected world.

Where it applies

  • news consumption
  • international policy
  • personal decision making

Putting it to work

  • stay informed globally
  • consider international impacts
  • build cross-border solidarity

Questions to consider

  • How do global events influence your local life?
  • What does being a global family mean to you?

Another view

Not everyone has equal access to these communication technologies.

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