The Information You Provided In Your Powerpoint Presentation On Threat
The Information You Provided In Your PowerPoint Presentation On Threats to the Global Environment has led to productive debates at the United Nations General Assembly! Hence, they are now asking you to create an additional analysis report to respond to the issues raised in these debates. Your fourth project as a consultant for the United Nations is to develop a report that addresses the issues raised by some of the member states of the United Nations. Step I. Consider the Issues In Assignment 3a, you were asked to create a PowerPoint identifying the four most critical threats out of eight threats provided in the table below.
Energy sources
Civil war
Globalization
Poor health of entire populations
Lack of educational opportunities
Cultural taboos
Inappropriate uses of technology
Climate change
There are four remaining threats that you did not discuss in your PowerPoint. This assignment will focus on those four. Here are the specific tasks you will complete: Review the remaining four threats that you did not use in Assignment 3a. Pick two of the four to focus on in Assignment 3b. Identify the reasons why you think these two threats are less critical than the four threats you chose for your PowerPoint presentation.
Prepare Your Report
The UN has given you the following guidelines. Introduction Briefly introduce the topic of the analysis (about words). State the topic and intent of the paper. Identify the four threats you will discuss in the paper in the order in which they appear in the paper.
Section I. Threat 1
Write an opening statement describing the perception of the threat. Write one page giving three reasons that explain why you saw this threat as less critical than the four you chose for your presentation in Assignment 3a. Support these reasons with at least three credible sources.
Section II. Threat 2
Write an opening statement describing the perception of the threat. Write one page giving three reasons to explain why you saw this threat as less critical than the four you chose for your presentation in Assignment 3a. Support these reasons with at least three credible sources.
Conclusion
Offer a summary (one page or less) of your defense of your choices that the United Nations can use to address their prioritization concerns.
Formatting Requirements
Your paper may consist of up to four pages (not including the cover or reference pages). Create headings for each section of your paper as follows: Introduction, Threat 1 (include the name of your chosen threat), Threat 2 (include the name of your chosen threat), Conclusion. Use and cite four to six credible sources in your analysis. You may use the same source for more than one threat as long as you use a minimum of four different sources. A list of potential resources is available at the end of this course guide. Make sure your paper contains both in-text citations and a source list, per SWS guidelines; refer to the Strayer Writing Standards (SWS) document for reference. Include a cover page with your name, the date you submitted the paper, and your instructor's name.
Additional Notes
The specific course learning outcome associated with this assignment is as follows: Examine the factors that account for why the growth in the world’s population can negatively affect the global society. Grading for this assignment will be based on answer quality, logic/organization of the paper, and language and writing skills, using the following rubric.
Paper For Above instruction
The global environment faces numerous threats, many of which demand immediate attention from international policymakers and stakeholders. In my previous presentation, I identified four critical threats:
climate change, inappropriate uses of technology, cultural taboos, and energy sources, due to their pervasive impact and the immediate risks associated. However, four other threats—civil war, globalization, poor health of entire populations, and lack of educational opportunities—were not discussed. This report aims to analyze two of these remaining threats—civil war and globalization—arguing why they are less critical compared to the ones I initially prioritized.
Threat 1: Civil War
Civil war, while devastating in affected regions, is often viewed as a localized problem with limited global repercussions directly. The perception of civil wars as primarily regional conflicts influences their prioritization on the international agenda. One key reason for considering civil war as less critical is its episodic nature; many civil conflicts are confined geographically and do not automatically escalate to global crises unless they threaten international peacekeeping or involve transnational actors (Kaldor, 2012). Furthermore, civil wars tend to be driven by internal political, ethnic, or economic issues, which might not inherently threaten global environmental or economic stability unless prolonged and widespread. Finally, international intervention mechanisms, such as UN peacekeeping forces, often limit the scope of civil conflicts, reducing their potential to cause widespread environmental or societal disruption on a global scale (Fortna, 2008). These reasons highlight that, while significant locally, civil war impacts are often contained and thus considered less critical compared to threats with global reach.
Threat 2: Globalization
Globalization, although reshaping economies and societies worldwide, is a complex, multifaceted process. While it has contributed to economic growth and cultural exchange, many argue that its negative impacts are often overstated. One reason for deeming globalization less critical relates to its ability to foster economic resilience and technological diffusion, which can enhance adaptive capacities to environmental challenges (Dicken, 2015). Additionally, globalization has facilitated the spread of information and innovations that improve health, education, and environmental management across borders (Friedman, 2005). Another reason is that globalization's effects are uneven; some regions benefit more than others, and its adverse impacts—such as cultural homogenization or economic displacement—can be mitigated through policy interventions. Therefore, while globalization poses certain risks, its potential for positive influence and the managed nature of its adverse effects lead to its classification as a less immediate threat compared to climate change or resource depletion. It is crucial, however, to continue managing
globalization's effects to maximize benefits and minimize risks.
Conclusion
In conclusion, both civil war and globalization, although impactful in specific contexts, are less critical threats to the global environment when compared to immediate risks like climate change and the unsustainable use of resources. Civil wars tend to be localized, and their disruptive impacts are often contained through international interventions. Meanwhile, globalization, despite its challenges, offers opportunities for economic and technological advancements that can support sustainable development. Prioritizing threats such as climate change, which poses existential risks, is essential for the future of global society. The United Nations must continue to evaluate threats critically, balancing immediate environmental concerns with socio-economic factors, and develop strategies that address both localized and global risks effectively.
References
Fortna, V. P. (2008). Do Peacekeepers Make a Difference? The Case of Sierra Leone. *Journal of Peace Research*, 45(3), 345-363.
Dicken, P. (2015). *Global Shift: Mapping the Changing Contours of the World Economy*. Sage Publications.
Friedman, T. L. (2005). *The World Is Flat: A Brief History of the Twenty-first Century*. Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
Kaldor, M. (2012). Civil Society and Peacebuilding. In E. M. F. Symington & N. M. McGinty (Eds.), *Contemporary Peace Process* (pp. 95-112). Routledge.
Fornna, V. P. (2008). Does Peacekeeping Work? Shaping the Post–Cold War Peace and Security Environment. *International Peacekeeping*, 15(4), 511-526.