Global Ethics and UNICEF's 2017 Appeal

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What is water security defined as?

The capability to store water in reservoirs

The access to recreational lakes and rivers

The ability to have enough clean water for human use (correct)

The availability of water for industrial use

Which of the following best characterizes malnutrition?

It is solely caused by overeating unhealthy food.

It is a condition that only affects infants and small children.

It occurs when a person lacks essential nutrients in their diet. (correct)

It refers to the excessive intake of vitamins.

What does the term moral imperative refer to?

A requirement imposed by government laws

An ethical principle solely established by religious views

A sense of duty towards the community driven by generosity (correct)

A legal obligation to assist others

Which statement accurately describes famine?

It is a condition that results in a significant rise in mortality due to food scarcity. Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of UNICEF's appeal launched on 28 March 2017?

To gather $255 million to address urgent needs of children Signup and view all the answers

How will UNICEF support children suffering from acute malnutrition in Northeast Nigeria?

By offering emergency primary health care to affected individuals Signup and view all the answers

What services will be funded to combat malnutrition according to UNICEF's appeal?

Nutrition programs and medical care for malnutrition Signup and view all the answers

In addition to nutrition programs, what other support will UNICEF provide in dire situations?

Access to safe drinking water and sanitation systems Signup and view all the answers

How many children under the age of five is UNICEF supporting in Somalia?

1.7 million Signup and view all the answers

What type of assistance does UNICEF provide to families of children suffering from acute malnutrition?

Cash assistance Signup and view all the answers

How has UNICEF expanded its malnutrition response activity in Yemen?

By deploying healthcare practitioners and volunteers Signup and view all the answers

In southern Sudan, how many people has UNICEF provided aid for, in famine-affected areas?

145,000 Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of a trademark in relation to goods and services?

To protect the intellectual property rights of the owner Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes industrial design?

The aesthetic appearance of a product Signup and view all the answers

What must be filed to protect a trademark at a national or regional level?

An application form Signup and view all the answers

What age range are the children who benefit from UNICEF’s efforts in southern Sudan?

Under 5 Signup and view all the answers

What is required for an industrial design to be protected under most countries' laws?

It must be registered under the Industrial Design Act. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about trademark protection is accurate?

Trademark protection can be renewed without a time limit for an additional fee. Signup and view all the answers

What can an industrial design be protected under in some countries besides the Industrial Design Act?

By patent law as a design patent. Signup and view all the answers

What are the characteristics of unregistered industrial designs in some countries?

They must be granted fixed term protection. Signup and view all the answers

Which feature can be included in a trademark?

Smell or musical signals. Signup and view all the answers

Under which legal framework are industrial designs administered internationally?

WIPO-administered treaties in conjunction with national laws. Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the Madrid System in relation to trademarks?

To facilitate international trademark registration. Signup and view all the answers

What form of intellectual protection might a school's logo receive?

Through trademark registration. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Global Ethics in the Context of Global Issues

Global ethics examines ethical challenges in a global context, focusing on issues like malnutrition, water security, and famine.
Water security is the ability to have enough clean water for human use.
Malnutrition is a serious health condition resulting from insufficient or excessive nutrients in the diet.
A moral imperative is a sense of duty toward others, driven by generosity and willingness, not mandates, often to help the poor and needy.
Famine is a severe food shortage leading to a high death rate.

UNICEF Urgent Appeal (2017)

UNICEF launched a $255 million appeal to address the needs of children in Northeast Nigeria, Somalia, Southern Sudan, and Yemen in March 2017.
Funding will support food, water, healthcare, education, and protection services for affected children.
A major portion of the funding will support nutrition programs, medical care for malnourished children, water and sanitation systems, and hygiene education.
UNICEF works with partners to provide emergency healthcare for approximately 3.9 million people in Northeast Nigeria.
Acute malnutrition treatment will be provided to 220,000 children under the age of 5.
Access to safe drinking water will be provided to over 2 million people. In Somalia over 1.7 million children under the age of five receive life-saving aid and 227,000 cases of severe malnutrition are treated.
In both Southern Sudan and Yemen, UNICEF provides life-saving aid and assistance to those most affected by famine and malnutrition.

Your Turn (Tasks A & B)

Task A: Compare the healthcare, education, and safety of children in one of the countries mentioned in the text (e.g., Northeast Nigeria) with the situation of children in the UAE.
Task B: UNICEF seeks funding for programs battling hunger and malnutrition, highlighting it as an international moral imperative. Investigate the UAE's contributions.

Task 2: International Organizations Protecting Ideas

Industrial design refers to the aesthetic appearance of a product or piece.
The owner of a registered industrial design can prevent individuals from manufacturing and importing similar products.
Trademarks are marks that distinguish a company's goods and services.
International organizations, such as WIPO (World Intellectual Property Organization), protect designs and trademarks through treaties and national laws.

Your Turn (Page 6)

Task 1: Explain why pirating concepts is a moral issue and why intellectual property rights are important to prevent piracy.
Task 2: Create a unique logo for a school. Determine design elements.
Task 3: Research and identify measures to protect a school logo in the UAE.

Differentiated Task (Page 7)

Question 1: List 5 global challenges with ethical implications.
Question 2: Explain the connection between human rights and global ethics.
Question 3: Compare the ethical challenges faced by developing and developed nations regarding global warming.
Question 4: Assess the effectiveness of international agreements, like the Paris Agreement, on ethical concerns related to climate change.

Reflection of Learning (Page 8)

Take on the role of a WHO official and discuss ethical health issues with classmates.
Topics include using individuals in medical experiments and the use of chemical weapons.

Extended Task (Page 9)

Describe AI tools and their applications in a chosen field
Analyze how AI tools could evolve over the next decade.
Analyze ethical considerations: security, privacy, bias, fairness, transparency, accountability, liability, governance.
Consider ethical and legal implications of using AI systems.

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This quiz explores global ethics, focusing on pressing issues such as malnutrition, water security, and famine. It also addresses UNICEF's urgent appeal from 2017 aimed at supporting vulnerable children in conflict-affected regions. Test your knowledge and understanding of these critical global issues.