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APWH Unit 9 Vocab
Part 2
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| UN Declaration of Human Rights | A foundational document adopted by the United Nations General Assembly in 1948, outlining the fundamental rights and freedoms to which all humans are entitled, regardless of race, nationality, religion, or other status. |
| Feminism | Movement advocating for gender equality and women's rights in social, political, and economic spheres. |
| Negritude | Literary and ideological movement celebrating Black identity, heritage, and culture, particularly in the African diaspora. |
| Pan-Africanism | : Ideology promoting solidarity, unity, and cooperation among people of African descent worldwide, aimed at combating colonialism, racism, and inequality. |
| Organization of African Unity | Continental organization aimed at promoting political and economic cooperation among African nations and addressing common challenges. |
| Suffrage | Right to vote in political elections, often associated with struggles for democratic representation and civil rights. |
| Liberation Theology | Theological movement emphasizing social justice, equality, and liberation from oppression, particularly in the context of Christianity. |
| Literacy Rate | Percentage of individuals within a population who can read and write, often used as an indicator of educational development and socioeconomic progress. |
| US Civil Rights Act 1964 | Landmark legislation in the United States that outlawed discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, or national origin, and ended racial segregation in public facilities. |
| US Voting Rights Act 1965 | Federal law aimed at overcoming legal barriers to voting for African Americans, particularly in the southern states, by eliminating discriminatory voting practices such as literacy tests and poll taxes. |
| Caste Reservation | Policy in India aimed at providing affirmative action and social justice by reserving a percentage of government jobs, educational opportunities, and political representation for historically marginalized caste groups. |
| Greenpeace | : International environmental organization known for its campaigns and direct actions to protect the environment, promote peace, and confront environmental threats such as climate change and pollution. |
| Greenbelt Movement | Grassroots environmental organization founded by Wangari Maathai in Kenya, focused on tree planting, conservation, and women's rights advocacy. |
| World Fair Trade Organization | lobal association promoting fair trade practices and advocating for the rights of producers and workers in developing countries |
| Ida B Wells | African American investigative journalist, educator, and civil rights activist known for her pioneering work in documenting and exposing lynching atrocities in the United States. |
| Kwame Nkrumah | Ghanaian politician, revolutionary, and the first Prime Minister and President of Ghana, a leading figure in the Pan-African movement and advocate for African independence and unity. |
| Nelson Mandela | South African anti-apartheid revolutionary, political leader, and philanthropist who served as President of South Africa from 1994 to 1999, known for his role in ending apartheid and promoting reconciliation and equality. |
| Martin Luther King Jr. | American Baptist minister and leader of the civil rights movement, known for his nonviolent activism and advocacy for racial equality, highlighted by his iconic "I Have a Dream" speech and leadership in the Montgomery Bus Boycott. |
| Wangari Maathai | Kenyan environmentalist, political activist, and Nobel laureate recognized for her grassroots environmental conservation efforts, particularly through the Greenbelt Movement, and her advocacy for democracy, human rights, and women's empowerment. |
| Consumerism | Socioeconomic ideology emphasizing the acquisition and consumption of goods and services as central to personal fulfillment and economic prosperity. |
| E-Commerce | Commercial transactions conducted electronically over the internet, including online shopping, electronic payments, and digital marketing. |
| Ebay | Online marketplace facilitating consumer-to-consumer and business-to-consumer sales through auction-style listings or fixed-price formats. |
| Amazon | Multinational technology company known for its e-commerce platform, cloud computing services, digital streaming, and artificial intelligence capabilities. |
| Alibaba | Chinese e-commerce conglomerate operating online marketplaces, digital payment platforms, and cloud computing services, among other ventures. |
| Global Brands | Brands recognized and consumed across international markets, often associated with quality, reliability, and prestige. |
| Social Media | Internet-based platforms and applications facilitating user-generated content sharing, networking, and social interaction. |
| BBC | British Broadcasting Corporation, a public service broadcaster providing news, entertainment, and educational content across various media platforms. |
| FIFA World Cup | Premier international football tournament organized by the Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA), featuring national teams competing for the title of world champion. |
| Women’s World Cup | International football tournament showcasing the world's top women's national teams, organized by FIFA and held every four years. |
| Olympic Games | Multi-sport international event featuring summer and winter sports competitions, governed by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) and held every four years. |
| Reggae Music | Jamaican music genre characterized by its rhythmic and melodic style, often featuring themes of social justice, love, and spirituality. |
| Bollywood | Indian Hindi-language film industry based in Mumbai, known for its colorful musical productions and global popularity. |
| Mark Zuckerberg | Co-founder and CEO of Facebook, one of the world's largest social media platforms. |
| Pele | Brazilian football legend widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, known for his exceptional skill, athleticism, and success in the sport. |
| Bob Marley | Jamaican reggae musician and cultural icon renowned for his distinctive voice, songwriting talent, and advocacy for peace, unity, and social justice. |
| Michael Phelps | American swimmer and the most decorated Olympian of all time, known for his record-breaking achievements and dominance in competitive swimming. |
| international Monetary Fund | Global financial institution fostering monetary cooperation, exchange rate stability, and sustainable economic growth through financial assistance and policy advice to member countries. |
| Chinese microblogging platform similar to Twitter, allowing users to share short messages, images, and videos, and engage in social networking and online discussions. | |
| United Nations | Intergovernmental organization established to promote international cooperation and maintain peace and security, comprised of member states committed to collective action on global challenges. |
| Universal Declaration of Rights | Foundational UN document articulating basic human rights and freedoms for all individuals, regardless of nationality, adopted in 1948. |
| International Criminal Court | Global tribunal established in 1998 to prosecute individuals for genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, and the crime of aggression when national courts are unable or unwilling to do so |
| Peace Corps | US government volunteer program founded in 1961, sending Americans abroad to promote peace and development through grassroots projects in areas such as education, health, and agriculture. |
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