The practices of global ethics : historical backgrounds, current issues and future prospects / Frederick Bird, Sumner B. Twiss, Kusumita Pedersen, Clark A. Miller and Bruce Grelle.
Introduction: The Practices of Global Ethics -- PART I: Developing Common Grounds -- 1. Human Rights and Globalisation -- 2. The Earth Charter -- 3. Three Visionary Declarations -- PART II: Addressing Global Ethical Issues -- 4. Practicing Global Environmental Ethics -- 5. Religion, Politics and Genocide -- 6. Elements of a Global Ethic with Respect to Armed Conflict -- 7. The Practices of Global Ethics with Respect to Poverty -- 8. The Globalisation of Business Ethics -- PART III: Religions, Religious Issues and The Practices of Global Ethics -- 9. The Interfaith Movement: Global and Local Dimensions -- 10. The Ethics of Proselytising and Religious Freedom -- 11. Towards a Global Ethics for Education about Religions and Beliefs in Public Schools -- Conclusion: The Practices of Global Ethics, History and Hope.
Summary:
Looking back at statements of global ethical principles including The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Earth Charter and the Rio Documents, this book positions them as the outcomes and expression of ongoing practices. Offering innovative, critical and thoughtful analyses of ethical practices since World War II, the book examines, among other worldwide endeavours, efforts to promote human rights; foster ecological responsibility; end genocide; reduce global poverty; encourage responsible and sustainable international business practices; and cultivate understanding and collaboration amongst the world's religions.
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