Global competence is essentially the ability to understand and interact effectively with people from different cultures. It involves several key aspects:

1. Understanding Global Issues: Knowing about major world issues, how they impact various regions and cultures, and how they are interconnected.
2. Appreciating Other Perspectives: Recognizing and valuing how people from different backgrounds see and experience the world.
3. Effective Communication: Being able to interact openly and respectfully with people from different cultures, which includes understanding their customs and communication styles.
4. Taking Action for Collective Good: Acting in ways that promote the well-being of people across the globe and contribute to sustainable development, which means working towards a future where everyone can live well without harming the planet.

Are you a globally competent learner?

If you’re a globally competent learner, you can understand what’s happening in the world, appreciate that people from other cultures might see things differently, talk and work effectively with people from any culture, and make choices that help make the world a better place for everyone. ***LC-R