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What I thought is meaningful for me as a future social work practitionerin the area of globalisation, I think it is network. When I was young, we don't have any smart phone, ipad, and even computer games is not that famous. We don't even have a ways like facebook, twitter these social media connect to the world. What I have when I was young, is just a simple phone to call and message and text books for study but nowadays, the kids will have iphone for communication, games, facebook can meet new friends even they don't know each other. There are many ways to let them meet new people even they don't get to see each other. And some of the school will provide am ipad to their student as a ebook as a study materials. What I am trying to say is the world is changing, in the past we hard to understand other culture because we don't have a ways to approach them. In the past how can we understand another culture? the only way is go to other country travel, or watch news. But nowadays, the social media is so common, there are many social communication website can do it. Also, the social media is so common now, everything happen in every country, you can easily to know even you are not in that country. In the past, we can only purchase a book to learn knowledge but now some of the school have the replace textbook as an ipad. The reason is the student can find more information on Internet. Finally, What I am trying to say is world is changing, in the area of the globalisation start to become popular, social worker need to understand it and take it's advantages to help more people.

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The Refugee Crisis has been recognised globally. As future social work practitioners we have a duty of care to work with refugees and asylum seekers in a range of circumstances. While having the privilege of living  in Australia it's hard to grasp an understanding of the trauma people displaced from their homeland may be experiencing. When refugees and asylum seekers are portrayed in the media there is an element of division between the rights and freedoms of those seeking refuge and other citizens. Its the responsibility of social workers to support the ongoing mental health, psychosocial, well-being and cultural inclusion of all people. The role of reflexive practice incorporates the needs of the individual and also cultural, political structures, history and economics. This also includes social workers role to advocate for the rights of refugees at a policy level, taking advantage of the professional platform to promote positive social change.

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I believe this video has given me a deeper insight into the topic of diversity through globalisation. The increased accessibility to technology, communication and opportunities globally have allowed changes through the years that may have gone unnoticed. The world has become smaller due to globalisation and English is a more commonly found language than before. Removing these language barriers gave way to opportunities of cross cultural exchange and acceptance. Although there are still many inherent biases attached to society, globalisation can encourage us to embrace those complexities and educate people into a world of recognising the good of diversity. As James Sun states, “To understand diversity is to understand the complexities of human intelligence and global consumer behaviour.” In social work, this understanding can promote a culturally appropriate practice and I hope to be able to carry that forward.

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Diversity and globalization: James Sun at TEDxBayArea Ignite

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At first, my idea of globalization was a far more distant type of process, that related only to economics and commercialization. However, I now understand the complexity of it and how it is a lot broader than I initially thought. As I have learnt how globalization impacts the living conditions and work opportunities of populations around the world, I see how this influences the way in which we think about welfare policies. Therefore, this has huge implication for the education and practice of social workers. An example of this I see is how globalization is effecting the practices of social and community workers who would previously have seen their work as essentially set in local issues and community needs. Therefore, in terms of what globalization means to me as a social worker, I see the impact it has on the ways in which local practice has international dimensions and how my role as a social worker will be to consider issues on a local and international level.

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I agree with what Yuki talks about in regards to social media and how it has both a negative and positive impact on cultural globalisation. I personally use a variety of social media platforms and often reflect on the good and bad it has in terms representation of culture and how it can sometimes either divide people or bring them together. In my experience, I have found to have incredibly positive experiences, where social media has allowed me to understand, appreciate and learn about other cultures. Social media provides a vast array of opportunities because of the ease of use. Availability of global networks are more and more spreading worldwide and everyday I see people using it their advantage to express themselves, connect with others and even start social movements. Of course, at the same time I often see social media being a platform for people to abuse people of other cultures and ethnicities and creating a divide. I agree that our role as social workers is to always work towards reducing racial discrimination and creating a greater cultural awareness, and even using social media as a tool to educate.

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The apparent censorship of LGBTQI content on YouTube is a very good example of social media vs minority groups on a global scale. As Jordan states this creates further social divide as groups with power such as YouTube make decisions on what cultural and social information is to be censored. This prevents the community from accessing information on LGBTQI communities stories. Limiting education and awareness of the LGBTQI community creates further isolation for this minority group. It also encourages a level of ignorance as the general community does not hear the stories of those struggling to express themselves in a heterosexual dominant society. Overall blocking any LGBTQI content on any social media platform is promoting discrimination towards this group. Whether it be on a local or global scale this restricts advocacy for the LGBTQI community. Social work values are committed to promoting human rights of individuals and groups through advocacy. It is important to be aware of any censorship and how this may impact future practices in the field.

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As mentioned there are many ways in which Globalization has increased social divide and had harmful effects on minority groups. As an example of this YouTube is now restricting LGBT+ videos. A recent article by Dominika Mroz explains that videos which discuss heteronormative content and sex remain public while videos which talk about gay or lesbian issues continue to be censored (http://affinitymagazine.us/2017/03/18/youtube-is-now-restricting-lgbt-videos-and-its-wrong-in-so-many-ways/) The notion of blocking LGBT+ videos from YouTube raises questions on the rights of LGBT+ to values such as social well-being and human rights. Sarah mentions the power of social media to sway public perception. In relation to Globalization, the effects of placing minority groups into further isolation though vices such as social media; increases social divide and disharmony. In recent years we have come to recognize the isolation and discrimination faced by the LGBT+ community. Social workers need to support the inclusion of all groups and advocate for their rights.

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My current understanding of globalisation is that it has led the world to increased access to innovation, technology, communication and connectedness, resulting in an era abundant with economic growth and global interaction.  The aspect of globalisation that sparks an interest with me is the negative effect of globalisation on the local market. For example, recent findings indicate the struggle that Australian fashion brands face to survive in such a global market. With ease of access to international online shopping sites that host fast delivery and cheaper prices than their Australian counterparts, many Australian shoppers are opting for the global supplier rather than local. In terms of social work and its relationship with globalisation, the link can perhaps be seen through globally influential concepts that affect individuals, such as the media and governments, and ultimately affect their societal circumstance.

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I agree with yuki in the sense that social media connects us globally and enables us to engage with different cultures. Certain cultural groups are able to grow in positive ways though others do receive negative representations in social media. Due to a lack of or incorrect information certain cultural groups are discriminated against and racial divide occurs between entire groups. Social media has the power to reach people on such a large scale in a very short amount of time. Once a popular media group releases an article discriminating against different cultures the negative representation is highly accessible to the public. Social media therefore becomes a breading ground for discrimination and racism. Certain media and political groups hold more power over social media resources than others and are able to dominate discussions of culture. This prevents individuals and certain minority cultural groups from having their voices heard and providing their stories to the public. There are social activist groups that work towards empowering individuals and groups by providing a platform to express their cultural beliefs. Get up is one of these organisations that empowers others to express themselves.  https://www.getup.org.au

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I agree with Rachael, it seems there are many aspects of Globalisation which can be viewed in both a positive and a negative light. As Globalisation appears as the natural course in contemporary society, we often overlook the many ramifications it may have. Global Capitalism is good for a lot of people. It improves Education and provides valuable job growth in communities where there may be a lack of employment. As Yuki said, it increases shared ideas and culture.

I also think many impacts of Globalisation have been detrimental, especially to our environment. As we continue to undergo this current cycle of rapid production and over-consumption, we burry the damage we are doing. It seems as if ongoing economic growth is our sole global purpose. Australians waste $8 billion dollars worth of food each year (http://www.foodwise.com.au/foodwaste/food-waste-fast-facts/). As social workers working towards social justice and human rights, it’s vital to bear in mind the costs both economic and human.

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Achieving marriage equality is important on a global scale in order to promote human rights for the LGBTQI community. In some countries around the world this minority group has experienced extreme violence and life threatening situations, merely from sexual orientation and personal lifestyles. All individuals have the right to live free from fear. Australia is still working towards marriage equality and has the opportunity to set a positive example to other countries. Legalising same sex marriage can demonstrate that our citizens and government embrace marriage quality. This can lead the way for more equal and safer treatment of the LGBTQI community by discouraging discrimination.
The Australian Marriage Equality organisation has been working towards this goal by engaging with the Australian community through education and awareness.
http://www.australianmarriageequality.org

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Social media has become imbedded in our everyday lives. It enables us to connect with people across the globe and share information and ideas. I believe social media has and will continue to influence globalisation of culture.
However, it can impact cultural globalisation both positively and negatively.
For example, social media can educate people about other cultures. This allows our understanding and appreciation of those cultures to grow. However, social media can also have a negative impact on cultural globalisation. It an be used as a tool to spread misinformation and can create negative perspectives of cultures which has led to growing racial divides in society.
As social workers, we should continue to actively work towards positive cultural globalisation to reduce racial discrimination which many of our clients may face.

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When reflecting on globalisation I initially think of it in a negative light as predominantly an economic agenda based in neo-liberal ideology that has set capitalism loose unregulated across the globe. With multinational corporations gaining ever more rights and power, becoming faceless entities who evade responsibility for the mass environmental destruction and inequality they create in their process. However in viewing globalisation through a more positive lens I can see that with access to communication technologies we can share and learn from evidence based practices and solution focused ideas. I watched this very inspiring documentary about a lawyer in the Uk -Polly Higgins who is working on bringing about a global law of ecocide to hold accountable those committing mass environmental destruction. You can watch the documentary through the link below if your interested or read more about her work on the website.
http://eradicatingecocide.com/2015/12/18/advocate-for-the-earth/

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I think this demonstrates one of the positive outcomes of globalization. In particular, using communication technology to network, provide education, seek and offer support and share experiences concerning a global movement. Social workers using a feminist perspective or advocating for women's rights could find this network very useful in finding advice from people experiencing similar issues from the other side of the world. It's also a very useful way to draw attention to issues that may otherwise go unnoticed by the global community.

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If you've been looking for a way to connect with other feminists and organizations worldwide, there's a new tool to enable you to do just that: The Feminist Network Project. The Network was created by a group of feminist activists who met this past May at the World Social Forum in Tunis. The group of five women-from Canada, France, Morocco, Spain, and Tunisia-came from very different backgrounds but shared a common vision: to create a means for feminists from many countries to connect and communicate. They recognized that the more that individuals and small, local groups can connect with each other, the more they build their strength and reach.

Within several weeks, content in English, French, and Spanish was available on the site, with its centerpiece, the interactive World Map of Feminists, where individuals can add their names, social media platforms, organization, and location to join the worldwide network. Those who worry about privacy, or fear backlash for being openly feminist, can add their location with a pseudonym and opt out of sharing their social media contact information. So far the Network has more than 3,000 subscribers from dozens of countries, including Brazil, Cameroon, China, Finland, Haiti, Indonesia, New Zealand, Panama, Tanzania, and Uganda.

One of the founders, Shelley Buckingham of Canada, says the founders "share a common belief that the fight for gender equality and a just world can only be accomplished through feminist values and ideologies. Like any movement, we find strength in numbers and by standing in solidarity with each other's struggles."

One of the participants is Mujeres Transformando, an organization that promotes labor rights for women in El Salvador. "We joined the Feminist Network because our organization is eager to network with key players in the struggle for a more just society," said Katia Villafranco, a communications manager at the organization. The members of Mujeres Transformando would like to have access to a list of similar organizations worldwide that they can contact to learn and share best practices in their area of expertise. "Primarily, we want to learn about successful campaigns and efforts so we can replicate them, but we also want to share our experiences in the movement."

The Network is still a work in progress. A survey conducted by the founders found that members want to share information on feminist issues, but they also want to increase the presence of progressive feminist voices in the media and build tools to mobilize at local and international levels. The founders hope to expand the online platform and use it to create a database of contacts. They also want the site to offer tools for groups to amplify mainstream media attention to their issues.

One of the founders, Soraya Chemaly, a U.S. writer and activist, says that the main objective for the project is to create a forum where feminists can leverage the strength of the network transnationally to promote the work they do. "Right now we have many examples of people doing just that, but we are spending a lot of time recreating the wheel each time. We'd like to create a platform, best practices, tools, and a community that are all optimized to raise the visibility and effectiveness of feminist political action at every level."

Though the Network is growing fast, there are challenges. The site is, at least for now, funded solely by the founders, and all the work is done on a volunteer basis. Some challenges are logistical, such as managing time differences. "We try to find a day and time to speak on Skype, but it's hard to find a moment where India, France, and the United States are all awake," says Caroline de Haas, one of founding members from France.

There are also linguistic challenges, as translating news and information so that members across the world can read it is a time-consuming task. "We use a lot of Google Translate, but it's not enough," says de Haas. For example, phrases like "street harassment," "women of color," and "reproductive justice" cannot always be directly translated into other languages and still keep their meaning. But these are also reasons that the Feminist Network Project is so important. Creating a global lexicon to speak about feminist issues is crucial in helping local feminist movements garner international attention and support. To meet the demands of a growing membership of transnational feminists, the founders asked for help from current members. So far more than 100 members have answered the call to translate information for publication.

The founders and members of the Feminist Network Project represent a host of different countries with different feminist priorities, and yet the aim remains first and foremost to stand together and support each other and the work that is being done on all feminist issues, even when those issues are not the same.

"Building this network will be a long process, and in order for it to be successful, it must be built in a democratic and representative way. As such, we welcome anyone who can volunteer their time and dedication to become actively involved in this building process," says Buckingham.

We've seen the impact that feminists working together can make with stories like those of Beatriz, Jyoti Singh Pandey, Esperancita, Savita Halappanavar , Jakiyah McKoy, and the Steubenville rape case . People around the world came together to demand action and move their stories from the sidelines to the headlines. The Feminist Network Project organizers are inviting all feminists to join this unprecedented effort to further international feminist initiatives and amplify any and all feminist voices.

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Global Feminism in One Place? It's Possible! - Women's Media Center

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If you've been looking for a way to connect with other feminists and organizations worldwide, there's a new tool to enable you to do just that: The Feminist Network Project. The Network was created by a group of feminist activists who met this past May at the World Social Forum in Tunis.