What Kind Of Global Citizen Are You?
Take The Quiz: What Kind Of Global Citizen Are You?
written by Ash Shah
You’re here because you care about the world and want to make it a better place. It’s hard to hone in on how to do that, when there seem to be a million causes and platforms you can contribute to. How do you choose what’s best for you? We believe that it’s important to start with a cause that is personal to you, that gives you energy and makes you feel excited about being a global citizen! Our quiz will help you get started on your journey by pointing you in the direction to where your values are most aligned with the vision of the movement.
Are you ready?! Let’s do this!
1) If there was funding in your neighbourhood for a venture, which of these would you vote for?
A.
Food banks for bees and butterflies
B.
A shop that sells local art
C.
A community centre for children
D.
Developing a historical walking tour
E.
A zero waste store
F.
A woman empowerment film club
2) What is the global crisis that you most empathise with?
A.
Sea level rise that will sink many beautiful islands
B.
The growing wealth gap and untaxed billionaires
C.
The lack of integration between locals and refugees/immigrants
D.
The loss of cultural artefacts and architecture in favour of modernisation
E.
The plastic build up that clogs the oceans
F.
The lack of mental health awareness and treatment
3) Which was your favourite subject at school or university?
A.
Environmental Science
B.
Business and economics
C.
Sociology
D.
History
E.
Woodworking
F.
Psychology
4) If you were a film director, which of these films would you like to direct?
A.
A superhero flick wherein the gang gets together to reforest the earth
B.
A drama about a folk musician who makes it big in the local scene
C.
A touching film about a refugee family adjusting to the West
D.
A heartfelt story about a city coming together to save an old monument
E.
A romantic comedy about a vegan activist who falls in love with a steakhouse owner and changes his ways
F.
A biopic of a holistic healer who helps black students come into their power
5) You’ve got the whole weekend free to explore any of these projects, which one would you pick?
A.
A bird-watching experience at the national park
B.
A tour of the oldest local food eateries in the city
C.
Checking out some neighbourhood parties
D.
Spending the day in museums and galleries
E.
Hitting the vintage shops and farmer’s markets
F.
Visiting a silent retreat and meditation centre
6) Which of these is your dream vacation?
A.
Exploring the Amazonian jungles
B.
Doing a street food tour of India
C.
Visiting the home country of your Moroccan neighbours
D.
Immersive experience that show you a life in the day of a medieval lord
E.
Going to Bali to binge on vegan food, handmade bamboo clothing and yoga
F.
A month long surf and yoga retreat in Costa Rica
7) Which of these would you like to receive as a birthday present?
A.
A tree planted in your name in Saharan Africa
B.
An evening at the local theatre
C.
A surprise party from your neighbours and friends
D.
Exclusive access to your favourite museum’s archives
E.
A voucher for your favourite zero waste shop
F.
A set of essential oils that you can use at your wellness studio
8) Which of these roles is most suited to you?
A.
Volunteering at a coral restoration site
B.
An internship at a local art festival
C.
Being on the roster for a community kitchen
D.
A research assistant to a historian studying your city
E.
Starting a clothes swap in your workplace
F.
Hosting a digital book club where you read books from different cultures
What kind of Global Citizen are you? Let's find out!
Mostly A: Ecology & Environment
The Environmental Enthusiast
You are a Environmental Enthusiast! This means that when it comes to making a difference, you are naturally most inclined towards nature conservation and climate action. In times of climate breakdown, the world needs you more than ever! Look up projects, initiatives and organisations within your city that focus their efforts on this form of change.
Mostly B: Local Economy
The Local Economist
You are a Local Economist! This means that when it comes to making a difference, you are naturally most inclined towards empowering local businesses and communities so that they can thrive. With social inequality on the rise, the world needs people like you to help bridge the gap! Look up projects, initiatives and organisations within your city that focus their efforts on this form of change.
Mostly C: Community Building
The Community Builder
You are a Community Builder! This means that when it comes to making a difference, you are naturally most inclined towards supporting communities so that they can become a support system for each other and ensure mutual growth. It is only by celebrating difference and coming together with our neighbours on shared projects that we can use the power of unity to maximise welfare. Look up projects, initiatives and organisations within your city that focus their efforts on this form of change.
Mostly D: Culture & Heritage
The Heritage Hero
You are a Heritage Hero! This means that when it comes to making a difference, you are naturally most inclined towards preserving culture and heritage! Architecture, literature, music, art and history form the basis of how we connect to our cities and to each other. We need to preserve the past so that we can learn from it and build a better future. Look up projects, initiatives and organisations within your city that focus their efforts on this form of change.
Mostly E: Sustainable lifestyle choices
The Sustainability Warrior
You are a Sustainability Warrior! This means that when it comes to making a difference, you are naturally most inclined towards using the building blocks of your day to day i.e. your lifestyle choices to support the right causes and vote with your wallet for a better future. You can implement change in fashion, food, waste and so much more! Look up projects, initiatives and organisations within your city that focus their efforts on this form of change.
Mostly F: Healing & empowerment
The Empowerment Facilitator
Congratulations! Your results say that you are an Empowerment Facilitator! This means that when it comes to making a difference, you are naturally most inclined towards helping people step into their own power and agency using whatever tools are available to you. Whether it is healing people through yoga and meditation, creating safe spaces to exchange cultural ideas like book and film clubs or actively working in mental health - you have an interest in guiding people towards their own welfare. Make sure that your desire is met with the needed skills and experience and you can truly help people get more comfortable in their own skin and rise up.
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