Citizenship in the World

Citizenship in the WorldMerit Badge Workbook This workbook can help you but you still need to read the merit badge pamphlet. The work space provided for each requirement should be used by the Scout to make notes for discussing the item with his counselor, not for providing the full and complete answers. Each Scout must do each requirement. No one may add or subtract from the official requirements found in Boy Scout Requirements (Pub. 33216 – SKU 34765). The requirements were last issued or revised in 2006 • This workbook was updated in November 2013. Scout’s Name:__________________________________________ Unit: __________________________________________ Counselor’s Name: ______________________________________ Counselor’s Phone No.: ___________________________ http://www.USScouts.Org • http://www.MeritBadge.Org Please submit errors, omissions, comments or suggestions about this workbook to: [email protected] Comments or suggestions for changes to the requirements for the merit badge should be sent to: [email protected] ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ 1. Explain what citizenship in the world means to you and what you think it takes to be a good world citizen. In general, a World Citizen is a person who places global citizenship above any nationalistic or local identities and relationships. In later years, political philosopher Thomas Paine would declare, "The world is my country, all mankind are my brethren and to do good is my religion." 2. Explain how one becomes a citizen in the United States, and explain the rights, duties, and obligations of U.S. citizenship. How: To become a citizen at birth, you must: Have been born in the United States or certain territories or outlying possessions of the United States, and subject to the jurisdiction of the United States; OR had a parent or parents who were citizens at the time of your birth (if you were born abroad) and meet other requirements. To become a citizen after birth, you must: Apply for derived or acquired citizenship through parents. Apply for naturalization. Members and veterans of the U.S. armed forces and their dependents may be eligible for special naturalization provisions. Rights: Free Speech, Religion, Press, Bear Arms Duties: Vote, Serve on a Jury Workbook © Copyright 2013 - U.S. Scouting Service Project, Inc. - All Rights Reserved Requirements © Copyright, Boy Scouts of America (Used with permission.) and obligations of U. Follow Established Laws Discuss the similarities and differences between the rights. Country China Rights: Free Speech. pay taxes. citizens and the citizens of two other countries. Religion Duties: Get a Visa to travel to other countries. 2 of 11 .Merit Badge Workbook Page. serve in the military Obligations: Receive Education Country Canada Rights: Vote Duties: Serve on a Jury Obligations: Pay Taxes Citizenship in the World .Citizenship in the World Obligations: Scout's Name: ________________________ Pay Taxes.S. duties. Located strategically between the U. Gold. 3 of 11 .S. Climate: The cold climate makes it hard to move and maintain businesses there. Coal. Timber.Citizenship in the World Scout's Name: ________________________ 3. and the health of its citizens. Select a foreign country and discuss with your counselor how its geography. ______________________________________________________________________ In relation to this current event. Geography: Canada borders the U. Pick a current world event. will try to save and protect all U.Merit Badge Workbook Page. Security: The U.S. Do the following: Ebola a. its values.S. Oil. Citizenship in the World . natural resources. is taking steps to quarantine Ebola and find the best way to treat those affected b.S. citizens affected by Ebola Health: The U. its economy. Metals are abundant and help the export economy. and Arctic so they have to import resources that can’t be grown in cold environments. and climate influence its economy and its global partnerships with other countries. discuss with your counselor how a country's national interest and its relationship with other countries might affect areas such as its security. and Russia Natural resources: Gas. is limiting flights into the country from Africa Economy: Less flights and more money spent on finding a cure/solution can greatly affect the economy Values: The U.S.S. With international organizations enforcing these treaties. foreign exchange.i. Do TWO of the following:  a. International trade: Foreign exchange: Balance of payments: Citizenship in the World . American laws do not apply in France. even if the people involved are all American). International law is a relatively recent invention. and concerns agreements between countries in pacts called treaties. Using resources such as major daily newspapers. observe a current issue that involves international trade.Citizenship in the World Scout's Name: ________________________ 4. the Internet (with your parent's permission).  b. A state is ordinarily said to be sovereign . International law can enforce standards (such as standardized weights and measures for the purposes of trade) and proscribe conduct according to treaties concerning human rights. and only on its own territory (for example. capable of enforcing its own laws on its own territory. 4 of 11 . which are perceived as having more legitimacy if a broken human rights treaty can be blamed. and free trade. balance of payments.Merit Badge Workbook Page. often ineffectively. tariffs.e. Explain international law and how it differs from national law. countries whose governments ignore human rights treaties can be dealt with by multi-national alliances. and news magazines. but also often with great success. Explain the role of international law and how international law can be used as a tool for conflict resolution. 5 of 11 . Citizenship in the World .Citizenship in the World Scout's Name: ________________________ Tariffs: Free trade: Explain what you have learned: Include in your discussion an explanation of why countries must cooperate in order for world trade and global competition to thrive.Merit Badge Workbook Page. Totalitarian and authoritarian are the two types of nonconstitutional governments. the power to make decisions is in the hands of one person or a small group. international security. Nonconstitutional governments are dictatorships and absolute monarchies. It must also be limited in power. In an authoritarian government. follow a higher law. b. system: Organization: The World Court Role in the It is the primary judicial organ of the United Nations. These are hard on the citizens because they don’t have many rights.Federal.Republic 5. United States . 6 of 11 . Its main functions are to settle legal disputes submitted to it by states and to provide advisory opinions on legal questions submitted to it by system: duly authorized international organs.Parliamentary Monarchy 4. Constitutional governments have a written document stating their laws. Netherlands.  1 The United Nations  2 The World Court  3 World Organization of the Scout Movement  4 The World Health Organization  5. and achievement of world peace. and the UN General Assembly. Poland . Amnesty International  6.Merit Badge Workbook Page. human rights.Single Party State Citizenship in the World . agencies. It is based in the Peace Palace international in The Hague. economic development. Representative Democracy 2. 5. The International Committee of the Red Cross  7.Parliamentary Democracy and Constitutional Monarchy 3. Discuss the differences between constitutional and nonconstitutional governments. 1. social progress. Select TWO of the following organizations and describe their role in the world. North Korea .Citizenship in the World  Scout's Name: ________________________ c. Totalitarian government is another form of authoritarian in which the government controls every aspect of society. and have constitutional stability. Canada . Do the following: a. Spain . rights and responsibilities. CARE Organization: The United Nations Role in the It’s an international organization whose stated aims are facilitating cooperation in international international law. Name at least five different types of governments currently in power in the world. Citizenship in the World  Scout's Name: ________________________ c. The United States government is accredited to international organizations based on the requirements of each individual organization. here are the requirements for the United Nations Citizenship in the World .Merit Badge Workbook Page. Explain how a government is represented abroad and how the United States government is accredited to international organizations. Representation abroad: A government is represented abroad by an ambassador or a consul Accreditation to international organizations. Show on a world map countries that use each of these five different forms of government. 7 of 11 . For example. Do the following: a. 6. Embassies and Consulates in nearly 80 countries. develops. helps U. traveling and electronically transmitted speaker programs. Kennedy created USAID in 1961 by executive order to implement development assistance programs in the areas authorized by the Congress in the Foreign Assistance Act of 1961. 5. and information resource services. sent by one sovereign or state to another as its resident representative (ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary). 8 of 11 . Citizenship in the World . Commercial Service (CS). Bureau of International Information Programs The Bureau of International Information Programs (IIP) is the principal international strategic communications service for the foreign affairs community.Merit Badge Workbook Page. usually for a specific length of time.S. 2. Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration. 3. Led by Assistant Secretary of Commerce and Director General Suresh Kumar and located across the United States and in U. and the general public in more than 140 countries around the world.S. These reach--and are created strictly for--key international audiences.S. companies to export goods and services worth billions of dollars every year. such as the United Nations. Agency for International The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) is the United States federal government agency primarily responsible for Development administering civilian foreign aid. An independent federal agency. opinion leaders.Citizenship in the World Scout's Name: ________________________ b. as well as providing assistance to Americans traveling abroad. companies succeed in markets around the world.S. and implements a variety of information initiatives and strategic communications programs. such as the media. IIP designs. Describe the roles of the following in the conduct of foreign relations. government officials. 1. the CS global network of trade professionals helps thousands of U. He or she is a diplomatic official heading his or her country’s permanent mission to certain international organizations. the trade promotion arm of the U.S. recover from a disaster or striving to live in a free and democratic country. Consul an official appointed by the government of one country to look after its commercial interests and the welfare of its citizens in another country. USAID receives overall foreign policy guidance from the United States Secretary of State and seeks to "extend a helping hand to those people overseas struggling to make a better life. 4. Ambassador a diplomatic official of the highest rank. President John F. including Internet and print publications. and is an authorized representative of a nation to deliver their nation’s messages and protect the national interest of the nation they represent through diplomatic means. United States and Foreign Commercial Service The U. Learn more about an issue you find interesting that is discussed on this Web site. the traveler should apply for a visa-if required by that particular country-at the appropriate foreign embassy or nearest consulate. News Story: Citizenship in the World . State Department. 7. or newsstand. A visa is a permit to enter another country and must be issued by the country one wishes to enter. A non-immigrant visa allows a foreign national to enter the country for a temporary stay. Explain the purpose of a passport and visa for international travel. Visit the Web site of an international news organization or foreign government. counselor what you have learned:  a.  b. A passport is an official document issued to a citizen by a government affirming the individuals nationality. The passport permits the citizen to travel or live abroad and entitles the citizen to privileges guaranteed by international custom and treaties: safe passage. business professionals. andpermission) athletes travel on temporary Do TWO of the following (with your parent's and share with your visas. and protection while under the foreign governments jurisdiction. It is a special seal stamped on a valid passport that indicates an official of that country has approved the visit. Find a news story about a human right realized in the United States that is not recognized in another country.Merit Badge Workbook Page. Visit the Web site of the U. Prior to leaving. An immigrant visa permits a person to stay in the United States permanently. bookstore. 9 of 11 .S. Tourists. missionaries.Citizenship in the World Scout's Name: ________________________ c. artists. A foreign national wishing to enter the United States must apply for a visa outside the United States at embassies and consulates worldwide. OR examine a foreign newspaper available at your local library. temporary workers. lawful aid.  e. or play.Merit Badge Workbook Page. such as an ethnic festival. ethnic foods. Requirement resources can be found here: http://www. Visit with a student or Scout from another country and discuss the typical values. holidays.meritbadge. and traditions practiced or enjoyed there.org/wiki/index.Citizenship in the World  Scout's Name: ________________________ c. Attend a world Scout jamboree. concert. Values: Holidays: Ethnic foods: Traditions:  d. 10 of 11 .php/Citizenship in the World#Requirement resources Citizenship in the World . Participate in or attend an international event in your area. 2] — Group Instruction It is acceptable—and sometimes desirable—for merit badges to be taught in group settings.  Any guest experts or guest speakers. or subtract from. Sessions with counselors must take place where others can view the interaction.6. No. or individual has the authority to add to. committee. skits. and various other techniques can also be employed. tell.0] — Introduction The current edition of the Guide to Advancement is the official source for administering advancement in all Boy Scouts of America programs: Cub Scouting. 34416. the counselor does not retain his or her portion of the card.3. brother. parent.” or “discuss.” 4. not everyone will learn all the material. or councils shall not establish other expiration dates for partial merit badges.8] — Unofficial Worksheets and Learning Aids Worksheets and other materials that may be of assistance in earning merit badges are available from a variety of places including unofficial sources on the Internet and even troop libraries. See “Fulfilling More Than One Requirement With a Single Activity. or behave as. and 5. district. 33088 (SKU-618673) [1. show. but this should be rare. either at a group instructional event or at any other time. In the case of a partial completion.0. [7.3. etc. and previous editions of the Guide to Advancement. Pictures and letters from other merit badge counselors or unit leaders are the best form of prerequisite documentation when the actual work done cannot be brought to the camp or site of the merit badge event. It is unacceptable to award badges on the basis of sitting in classrooms watching demonstrations.Important excerpts from the Guide To Advancement . There must be attention to each individual’s projects and his fulfillment of all requirements.” 11.1.3. might state that a satisfactory bridge or tower has been built for the Pioneering merit badge. unit. To offer a quality merit badge program.1] — The Buddy System and Certifying Completion A youth member must not meet one-on-one with an adult.3. for example. The Application for Merit Badge has a place to record what has been finished—a “partial. guardian.2013.0. [Page 2.  Counselors agree not to assume prerequisites have been completed without some level of evidence that the work has been done. [7. Note that Scouts shall not be required to use these learning aids in order to complete a merit badge. or that meals were prepared for Cooking.0. There are limited exceptions relating only to youth members with special needs.  There is a mechanism for unit leaders or others to report concerns to a council advancement committee on summer camp merit badge programs. not ongoing. he must meet with a different counselor to finish the badge. or the Scout must have a buddy: a friend.3] — Partial Completions A Scout need not pass all the requirements of one merit badge with the same counselor.0. or demonstrate. If. We must know that every Scout —actually and personally— completed them. panels. for example. may work with his unit leader to find another counselor. Units. advancement requirements. the counselor signs the blue card using the date upon which the Scout completed the requirements. and any other merit badge counseling issues—especially in instances where it is believed BSA procedures are not followed. Slide shows. if he believes he is being treated unfairly. do not accept the responsibilities of.0. See “Reporting Merit Badge Counseling Concerns. For details see section 10.  Merit badge counselors are known to be registered and approved. initials the individual requirements passed. [Page 2] — The “Guide to Safe Scouting” Applies Policies and procedures outlined in the Guide to Safe Scouting. This often occurs at camp and merit badge midways or similar events. but as any teacher can attest. No.” In the center section on the reverse of the blue card. If these cannot be transported. etc. It is sometimes reported that Scouts who have received merit badges through group instructional settings have not fulfilled all the requirements. Advancement and Recognition Policies and Procedures. merit badge counselors. Boy Scouting. Note that from time to time.0. he should present evidence. Partials have no expiration except the Scout’s 18th birthday. but this would not work for a requirement where the Scout must discuss.4] — Policy on Unauthorized Changes to Advancement Program No council. An example for the use of a signed partial would be to take it to camp as proof of prerequisites. [7. The method can also be attractive to “guest experts” assisting registered and approved counselors. council and district advancement committees should ensure the following are in place for all group instructional events. Venturing. or others assisting who are not registered and approved as merit badge counselors.1. Their service is temporary. including Advancement Committee Policies and Procedures.2. When the Scout meets with the counselor. a counselor may confirm with adults involved.. [7. districts. or remaining silent during discussions. he should bring any required projects. Varsity Scouting. sister. and Sea Scouts.0. it may be appropriate for a requirement that has been met for one badge to also count for another. Use of these aids is permissible as long as the materials can be correlated with the current requirements that Scouts must fulfill. A subsequent counselor may choose not to accept partial work. We must know that every Scout—actually and personally—completed them.” then every Scout must do that. apply to all BSA activities. It may be that due to timing or location issues.  There must be attention to each individual’s projects and his fulfillment of all requirements. “Advancement for Members With Special Needs”. A Scout. Interactive group discussions can support learning. demonstrations.0. the counselor initials for each requirement passed.) Page 11 of 11 . including those related to advancement and Eagle Scout service projects. or other relative—or better yet. Attachment (NOTE: It is not necessary to print this page. another Scout working on the same badge—along with him attending the session. group instructional events. such as photographs or adult verification. Once satisfied. Completing “worksheets” may suffice where a requirement calls for something in writing. If there are questions that requirements were met. It replaces any previous BSA advancement manuals. His unit leader. a requirement uses words like “show.0. or in the case of partials.4.” “demonstrate.