MPPA 611 - Contemporary Issues in Global Justice

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This course examines contemporary global issues affecting global relations in terms of the major political, social, economic and environmental forces confronting global communities. It positions issues in relation to dimensions of social justice, and explores the opportunities and constraints in mobilizing against inequality in the global and national arenas. The course explores a variety of perspectives on global justice topics, for example, issues of global concern such as North-South relations, environmental issues, world poverty, sustainable development and global economic development. Specific topics will change overtime with an emphasis on recent developments.