4.2 BELL RINGER 2/27 Which is an example of a way that a citizen can seek participation in an international organization? A about internship opportunities at the International Red Cross B“like” the Facebook page of the World Trade Organization Crequest a trial before the World Court Dask to join the United Nations

PARTICIPATION IN INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS SS.7.C.4.2 – Recognize government and citizen participation in international organizations.

Q: Do you think that countries work together to solve these problems and issues? Q: Can citizens play a role in solving the problems and issues?

Pass out the “International Organizations” activity & reading from iCivics.

Read paragraph one together. Define the term “international organization” on your activity sheet. Share out your definitions. Work in pairs to read the remaining paragraphs and find the definitions for intergovernmental organizations and nongovernmental organizations.

Some nongovernmental organizations are concerned with international issues, known as international nongovernmental organizations (INGOs). They provide a variety of services and humanitarian functions, communicate citizen concerns to governments, advocate for certain issues such as human rights or the environment, and encourage political participation.

ADD THIS TO YOUR ACTIVTY SHEET: Non-example of NGO: not a treaty, which is a formal agreement among the governments of several nations North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) – a formal agreement among the governments of the U.S., Canada, and Mexico to form a large free trade zone in North America and eliminate taxes on the buying and selling of each other’s products

Now, let’s look at the World Trade Organization together to know what I expect from you in your groups. Locate the “World Trade Organization” on your activity sheet. What do we need to know about the WTO? year established, headquarters, INGO or NGO, who is involved, main purpose, how can countries/citizens support and participate Where should we look to gather this information?

Year Established – 1995 Headquarters – Geneva, Switzerland International Organization 159 Countries Main Purpose – The WTO works with nations around the world to support international trade. They work to lower trade barriers, educate governments, businesses, & individuals on trade rules around the world and settle trade conflicts by serving as a neutral party. Countries can become a member by signing an agreement.

Working with your partner, read through the remaining rows. Fill in all the columns for all the rows. All the answers can be found in the reading pages.

1948 New York, New York Intergovernmental 193 Countries To improve health around the world. Countries need to be a member of the United Nations to join. WORLD HEALTH ORGANIZATION

If time allows: Watch the following video: &title=Martha_s_Story__Armed_%20Conflict_and_Chil dren&ref=Teachunicef Answer the following questions: 1.How is Martha’s life similar to yours? 2.How is it different? 3.What are the things about Martha’s life that seem to make her happy?

4.How are they similar or different from the things that make you happy? 5.What do you think Martha needs most to secure a successful and happy future? 6.What do you think about UNICEF working with children like Martha?