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Social issues are problems, risks and challenges that impact the lives of people within a society. This is a broad concept that can include community, economic and political issues. Social issues are also concerned with social justice and the fairness of society to minority groups.
The climate crisis is one of today’s most urgent social issues. Earth.org outlines a list of major climate events in 2023, including severe droughts, wildfires, higher ocean surface temperatures and storms.
In this article, which frequently refers to the World Economic Forum’s 17th Edition of the Global Risks Report, we’ll highlight 20 current global issues we must address, including issues related to climate change, COVID-19, social rights, and more.
Legislatures across the nation are confronting several social issues including crime, drug use, immigration and poverty.
When a society is just, everyone is respected, supported, and protected. Achieving social justice isn’t easy as there are many issues that need to be addressed. Here are 15 examples: #1. The gender pay gap . Around the world, the gender pay gap is one of the slowest-moving social justice issues.
Washington, D.C.—From mass incarceration, climate change, and an aging population to immigration, mental illness and rising income inequality, the most pressing issues facing America have something fundamental in common: the social factor.
Among Black families with young children, parents with strong social connections are more likely to remain optimistic despite discrimination. Social & Policy Issues Aug 26, 2024
The New Humanitarian has compiled its list of the conflicts, disasters and threats to watch this year. Editor Josephine Schmidt discusses how they came up with the list.
Determining the “top 10 most important” social issues in the United States is subjective and can vary widely based on individual perspectives, current events, and societal changes. Here is a top 10 list that reflects common concerns and topics that are often discussed in the context of U.S. society.
Huge corporations pulled social media advertisements over hate speech. In countries including Belgium and the U.K., new bodies were set up to examine colonial legacies. For the first time, police reform was put on the agenda in major U.S. cities.