TCW MIDTERM Flashcards
(194 cards)
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Refers to the number of individuals living in a particular area, region, or the world as a whole.
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Population
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Globalization’s expansion of trade, investment, and economic activities across borders creates new opportunities for labor mobility
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Labor Mobility and Migration
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Population in search for better economic prospects migrate across countries, leading to demographic shifts in both sending and receiving nations
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Labor Mobility and Migration
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Globalization exposes populations to diverse cultures, values, and practices from around the world
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Cultural Exchange and Identity
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Globalization often concentrates economic activites in urban centers, leading to increased urbanization as populations migrate in search of jobs and opportunities.
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Urbanization and Economic Hubs
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Economic growth resulting from globalization can lead to shifts in family planning, fertility rates, and population growth.
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Demographic Transition and Economic Growth
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These factors affect how populations interact, access information, and participate in global networks.
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Technological Advancements and Communication
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Global supply chains and increased trade can lead to resource depletion, habitat destruction, and environmental degradation
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Environmental Impact and Resource Consumption
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Globalization can exacerbate existing socioeconomic inequalities within and between counties.
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Socioeconomic Inequalities and Migration Patters
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Disparities in access to resources, education, and employment opportunities can drive migration patters, as individuals seek better living conditions.
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Socioeconomic Inequalities and Migration Patters
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Globalization facilitates the rapid spread of diseases across borders due to increased travel and trade
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Health and Disease Transmission
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Globalization creased an interconnected world where political decisions in one country can have far-reaching effects on others.
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Political Interdependence and Governence
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During the Paleolithic era, population growth was slow due to the limitations of subsistence hunting and gathering.
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Early Hunter-Gatherer Period
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The population was relatively small and scattered, limited by the availability of foods and resources.
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Early Hunter-Gatherer Period
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Around 10,000 BCE, marked a significant shift as humans began practicing agriculture and settled into communities.
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Agricultural Revolution
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Led to increased food production, enabling larger populations to be sustained. Societies could support more individuals due to surplus food and a sedentary lifestyle.
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Agricultural Revolution
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Growth of agriculture facilitated the rise of ancient civilizations such as those in Mesopotamia, Egypt, the Indus Valley, and China.
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Ancient Civilizations
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Saw population growth fueled by improved food production, technological innovations, and the development of social structures.
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Ancient Civilizations
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Empires like Rome and the Han Dynasty experienced periods of population growth and decline due to factors such as conquest, trade and disease.
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Classical and Medieval Periods
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Saw population fluctuations influenced by events like the Black Death, which caused significant population reductions.
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Classical and Medieval Periods
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The 16th and 18th centuries witnessed the beginnings of significant population growth, particularly in Europe.
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Early Modern Period and Industrial Revolution
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Factors contributing to this growth included the Columbian exchange, introducing new crops and increased food production, along with improvements in sanitation and medical practices.
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Early Modern Period and Industrial Revolution.
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The 19th and 20th centuries saw explosive population growth, particularly due to advancements in medicine, sanitation, and agriculture.
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Modern Era and Technological Advancements
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Development of vaccines, antibiotics, and improved hygiene led to a decline in mortality rates w/ global pop. increasing from 1.6 billion in 1900 to 6 billion by the year 2000
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Modern Era and Technological Advancements
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The rate of population growth has slowed in some regions due to declining fertility
rates and increased urbanization.
Contemporary Trends and Challenges
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However, challenges such as overpopulation, resource depletion, and environmental degradation remain concerns. Some regions continue to experience high population growth rates, while others face demographic challenges related to an aging population.
Contemporary Trends and Challenges
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It's important to note that while human population growth has been a defining aspect of history, the
rates and patterns have varied across different regions and time periods.
Contemporary Trends and Challenges
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Additionally, advances in
technology, healthcare, and societal norms have significantly impacted population trends.
Contemporary Trends and Challenges
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The Industrial Revolution led to a massive migration of people from
rural areas to urban centers. Factories and industrial jobs in cities attracted people seeking
employment.
Shift from Rural to Urban
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Cities became population centers, with London, Manchester, and
Birmingham in Britain and cities like Pittsburgh in the United States experiencing rapid population
growth.
Population Concentration:
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Advances in healthcare and sanitation, including the development of
vaccines and improved hygiene, led to significant declines in mortality rates. This contributed to
population growth.
Decline in Death Rates:
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Industrialization led to a shift from extended family structures to nuclear
families. Urbanization and industrial work patterns meant that families were no longer involved in
agriculture, and they needed to be more mobile.
Nuclear Families:
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As healthcare improved, people began living longer, leading to an aging
population. This trend has continued into the present day, with many industrialized nations
having a higher proportion of elderly citizens.
Longer Life Expectancy:
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The Industrial Revolution had significant implications for gender roles. More women entered the workforce, particularly in factories and mills. This shift had consequences for family structures and fertility rates.
Women in the Workforce:
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The Industrial Revolution saw a rise in child labor as families often relied on the
income of all family members. This had demographic implications as children were pulled into the
workforce rather than staying in school.
Child Labor:
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Industrialization created disparities in income and wealth. While some
benefited from economic growth, many workers faced poor working conditions and low wages.
Income Inequality:
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Income inequality influenced family size and birth rates.
Wealthier families often had smaller families, while poorer families continued to have more
children.
Demographic Effects of Inequality:
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Urbanization brought public health challenges, including overcrowded
and unsanitary living conditions. This could lead to disease outbreaks and impact population
growth.
Public Health Challenges:
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- had a profound impact on demographic shifts.
- It led to rapid urbanization,
population growth
- changes in family structure,
- shifts in gender roles,
- both positive and negative impacts on public health
These demographic changes not only transformed the population dynamics of
the time but also laid the groundwork for many of the social and economic structures we see today in nations.
Industrial Revolution
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Cities expand outward in concentric rings. The central business district (CBD) is at the core, surrounded by zones characterized by various land uses. This theory highlights the role of transportation and accessibility in shaping urban growth.
Concentric Zone Model (Burgess, 1925):
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cities grow outward in sectors rather than concentric rings. These sectors are influenced by transportation routes and other factors like land value. It emphasizes the importance of economic activities in shaping urban development.
Sector Model (Hoyt, 1939):
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This theory argues that cities have
multiple centers of activity or nuclei. These nuclei may develop independently and
specialize in different functions, such as retail, industry, or residential areas. It emphasizes the complexity of urban growth.
Multiple Nuclei Model (Harris and Ullman, 1945):
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suggests that urbanization is a natural consequence of economic development. As societies modernize and industrialize, people move from rural to urban areas in search of better economic opportunities.
Rural-Urban Migration: Modernization Theory
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theories emphasize the role of economic structures in
driving urbanization. They argue that economic changes, such as the shift from agrarian to
industrial economies, lead to increased urbanization as jobs and industries become
concentrated in cities.
Economic Structure: Structuralist Theory
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is the process by which an increasing proportion of a country's population comes to live in cities and towns. It is a hallmark of modernization and industrialization and has far- reaching effects on population distribution.
Urbanization
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argues that urbanization in developing
countries is driven by global economic forces. It suggests that urban centers in these countries serve as hubs for the extraction of resources and the production of goods for the global market, often to the detriment of rural areas.
Global Economic Relations: Dependency Theory
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influenced by the work of Robert Park and Ernest Burgess, examines the relationship between urban populations and their physical and social environments. It emphasizes the adaptation of urban dwellers to their surroundings and the competition for resources.
Social Ecology: Human Ecology Theory
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This theory focuses on the factors that push people out of rural areas (e.g., lack of jobs, poor living conditions) and pull them into urban areas (e.g., job opportunities, better services). It highlights the role of individual decision-making in the urbanization process.
Push and Pull Factors: Push-Pull Theory:
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This perspective emphasizes the role of social interactions, networks,
and social capital in shaping urbanization. It explores how social ties and community
relationships influence urban development and individual choices.
Social Interactions: New Urban Sociology:
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is a multifaceted process influenced by a combination of factors, including
economic, social, cultural, and political forces.
urbanization
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Urbanization results in the concentration of population in cities and
metropolitan areas. Rural-to-urban migration is a significant driver of this shift.
Population Shift:
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Cities tend to have much higher population densities compared to
rural areas, as people are packed into smaller geographic spaces.
Population Density:
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As people migrate to cities, rural areas often experience
depopulation. This can lead to demographic imbalances, such as an aging population.
Population Decline:
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Rural areas may experience economic challenges as the labor force shrinks, which can affect agriculture and local industries.
Economic Impact:
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Urbanization has led to the growth of mega-cities (cities with populations
over 10 million). Examples include Tokyo, Delhi, and Sao Paulo.
Mega-Cities:
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Surrounding areas often experience this , where people
move to suburbs while still working in the city. This phenomenon contributes to the metropolitan area's population growth.
Suburbanization:
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Cities offer a wider range of employment opportunities, services, and
amenities, attracting people seeking better economic prospects and a higher standard of
living.
Jobs and Services:
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Urban areas often serve as hubs for innovation, entrepreneurship,
and technological advancement, drawing in skilled professionals.
Hubs of Innovation:
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Cities tend to be culturally diverse, with people from different regions and backgrounds living in close proximity. This diversity enriches cultural experiences and promotes social integration.
Cultural Melting Pots:
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Urban environments often exhibit greater tolerance for
diverse lifestyles and social change. This can lead to shifts in societal norms and values.
Tolerance and Social Change:
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Urbanization places significant demands on infrastructure like
transportation, housing, and utilities. Cities must continually invest in these systems to
accommodate growing populations.
Infrastructure Demand:
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Urban areas consume a significant portion of a country's
resources, including energy and water. This can strain resources and lead to
environmental challenges.
Resource Consumption:
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Poorly managed urbanization can lead to urban sprawl, which consumes large amounts of land and can contribute to habitat destruction and loss of green spaces.
Urban Sprawl:
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Urban areas often have higher levels of pollution, affecting air and water quality. Managing these environmental impacts is a challenge in densely populated cities.
Pollution:
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Urbanization necessitates effective local governance to manage issues
like housing, transportation, and public services.
Local Governance:
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Urban populations often have different needs and priorities compared to rural areas, leading to political implications and calls for representation in government.
Representation:
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While it offers opportunities for economic growth and cultural exchange, it also presents challenges related to infrastructure, resource management, and social inequality.
Urbanization
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refers to a demographic situation where the proportion of elderly
people (usually defined as those aged 65 and older) in the population is increasing relative to
younger age groups.
aging population
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refer to a decrease in the number of live births per 1,000 people in
a given population over a specified period.
Declining birth rates
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Offering incentives such as paid parental leave, affordable childcare, and
tax breaks to encourage family formation and child-rearing.
Family-Friendly Policies:
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Some countries rely on immigration to bolster their working-age populations and
address labor shortages caused by declining birth rates.
Immigration:
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Adjusting retirement ages and pension systems to accommodate longer life expectancies and ensure the sustainability of retirement funds.
Retirement Reform:
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Promoting education and awareness about family planning and the benefits of larger families.
Education and Awareness:
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Investing in technology and automation to mitigate the effects of a shrinking labor force.
Innovation and Automation:
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are complex demographic challenges that require a multifaceted approach. Finding a balance between encouraging family formation and providing support for the elderly is a critical task for governments and societies facing these demographic trends.
Aging populations and declining birth rates
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Advances in medical technology, including vaccines, antibiotics, and
medical devices, have significantly reduced mortality rates and extended life expectancy.
Medical Breakthroughs:
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Improved healthcare technology has contributed to a global increase in population by reducing infant mortality rates and combating infectious diseases.
Population Growth:
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The spread of information through the internet and mobile technology has
increased access to family planning and contraception methods.
Access to Information:
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As people have better access to birth control information and methods,
birth rates have declined in many parts of the world, particularly in more developed countries.
Declining Birth Rates:
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The internet, mobile phones, and social media platforms have connected
people across the globe. This connectivity has facilitated international migration, communication,
and cultural exchange.
Global Connectivity:
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Technology has enabled communities to maintain ties with their countries of origin, influencing patterns of transnational migration and population distribution.
Diaspora Communities:
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Technological advancements in agriculture, such as high-yield crop varieties
and mechanization, have increased food production and reduced famine.
Green Revolution:
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Improved transportation technology, from trains to airplanes, has made
migration more accessible and efficient, contributing to urbanization and demographic shifts.
Ease of Migration:
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Transport technology has enabled people to move to urban areas in search of
employment and economic opportunities.
Urbanization:
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Advances in information technology have allowed more
people to work remotely, influencing population distribution as individuals can live away from
traditional job centers.
Remote Work and Telecommuting:
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Technology has enabled the rise of digital nomads who can work from
anywhere, leading to unique population mobility patterns.
Digital Nomadism:
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Advancements in reproductive technology, such as in vitro fertilization (IVF),
have offered solutions to infertility and expanded options for family planning.
Fertility Treatments:
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These technologies have contributed to changing family structures
and dynamics, including delayed childbearing.
Changing Family Dynamics:
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Technology plays a crucial role in managing environmental
challenges, influencing population trends by mitigating the impact of disasters and climate
change.
Environmental Management:
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Genetic engineering and biotechnology have the potential to treat
genetic diseases and improve human health, affecting population demographics by reducing the
prevalence of certain conditions.
Medical Advancements:
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Commonly known
as the RH Law, it promotes responsible parenthood and provides access to family planning services and information, including contraception, to address high birth rates and maternal mortality.
Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012 (R.A. 10354):
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The government has implemented programs to address the high
rate of teenage pregnancies. These programs aim to educate young people about reproductive
health, family planning, and responsible sexual behavior.
Teen Pregnancy Prevention:
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The Philippines has launched various initiatives to improve
maternal and child health, including increasing access to prenatal care, skilled birth attendants,
and essential maternal and child health services.
Maternal and Child Health Programs:
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Government health centers provide family planning services,
contraceptives, and information. These services are especially targeted at underserved and
marginalized populations.
Family Planning Services:
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The Philippines has pursued policies to promote economic liberalization
and integration into the global economy. These policies have led to increased trade and foreign
investment, which have contributed to economic growth and job creation.
Economic Liberalization:
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The Philippine government actively manages its overseas
workforce, which includes millions of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). Policies are in place to
protect the rights and welfare of OFWs and to harness remittances for economic development.
Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs):
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The Philippines has entered into various trade
agreements, including membership in the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) and participation in
negotiations for trade agreements like the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).
Bilateral and Regional Trade Agreements:
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To adapt to the demands of globalization, the Philippines has
placed a strong emphasis on human capital development, including education and skills training
to ensure that its workforce remains competitive in the global market.
Human Capital Development:
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The Philippine government maintains diplomatic relations with various countries
and international organizations to promote trade, investment, and cooperation in various sectors.
Foreign Policy:
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Despite the RH Law, the Philippines still faces challenges in implementing
family planning programs and achieving desired reductions in birth rates.
Population Growth: Concerns
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While globalization has led to economic growth, it has also resulted in income inequalities and disparities between urban and rural areas.
Globalization Disparities:
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The Philippines faces challenges in managing the welfare of its overseas
workers and ensuring their protection in foreign countries.
Migration Management:
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Rapid urbanization and industrialization associated with globalization
can have adverse environmental impacts.
Environmental Concerns:
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are essential for addressing global
demographic challenges and achieving sustainable development goals. These agreements bring together
countries, organizations, and stakeholders to collaborate on various aspects of population dynamics.
International cooperation and agreements
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Held in Cairo in 1994, the ICPD aimed to promote reproductive health, gender equality, and sustainable development. It recognized that population issues are interconnected with broader socio-economic and environmental concerns.
International Conference on Population and Development (ICPD )
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UNFPA is the United Nations agency responsible for population issues. It works to promote maternal health, access to family planning, gender equality, and population data collection.
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA):
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July 11; Aims to raise awareness about population issues and their relationship with development.
Provides an opportunity for governments, organizations, and individuals to advocate for policies and programs related to population and development.
World Population Day:
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is a comprehensive framework for international cooperation on migration. It addresses various
aspects of migration, including safe and orderly migration, human rights, and migrant integration.
Global Compact on Migration:
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Action: This plan, adopted in 2006, focuses on population and
family planning in Africa. It seeks to improve access to reproductive health services and reduce
maternal mortality rates.
African Union's Maputo Plan of Action:
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The Association of Southeast Asian Nations
(ASEAN) adopted this declaration in 2012 to promote regional cooperation on population and
development issues.
ASEAN Declaration on Population and Development:
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International organizations and research institutions collaborate on
collecting and analyzing population data to inform policies and programs.
Data and Research Collaborations:
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: Promote economic diversification to reduce reliance on a single industry or
sector. A diversified economy is more resilient to economic shocks.
Diversification
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: Build and maintain infrastructure to support economic activities,
improve connectivity, and reduce regional disparities.
Infrastructure Development
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Invest in education and workforce development to ensure a skilled and adaptable labor force that can contribute to economic growth.
Education and Workforce Development:
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Ensure access to affordable and quality healthcare services for all. Healthy
populations are more productive and better able to contribute to society.
Universal Healthcare:
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Invest in education and skills development to enhance human capital,
reduce income inequality, and promote social mobility.
Education and Skills:
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Establish robust social safety nets, including unemployment benefits, food
assistance, and housing support, to protect vulnerable populations during economic downturns.
Social Safety Nets:
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Promote gender equality in all aspects of society, as empowering women has a
positive impact on social well-being and economic growth.
Gender Equality:
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Provide access to family planning services and information to empower
individuals and couples to make informed decisions about family size and timing.
Family Planning:
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Invest in maternal and child health programs to reduce maternal and
child mortality and promote healthy families.
Maternal and Child Health:
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Ensure access to quality education, especially for girls and women, as education is
closely linked to lower fertility rates.
Education:
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Implement sustainable resource management practices to prevent
environmental degradation and promote long-term ecological balance.
Resource Management:
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Transition to renewable energy sources and promote energy efficiency to
reduce environmental impact and mitigate climate change.
Renewable Energy:
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Invest in green infrastructure, such as public transportation and green
spaces, to promote sustainable urbanization and reduce environmental stress.
Green Infrastructure:
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Collect and analyze population data to understand demographic trends and
inform policymaking.
Population Data:
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Develop and track indicators that measure economic growth, social well-being, and
environmental sustainability to assess progress and adjust policies as needed.
Indicators:
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Involve the public, civil society organizations, and communities in the
policymaking process to ensure that policies reflect diverse needs and perspectives.
Inclusive Decision-Making:
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Promote awareness and education about the importance of balancing
economic growth, social well-being, and sustainable population trends.
Public Awareness:
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Ensure that policies across different sectors are coherent and complementary,
rather than conflicting.
Policy Coherence:
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The global population continues to grow, but at a slower rate than in the past.
Projections suggest that the world's population may stabilize and possibly even decline by the end
of the 21st century.
Global Growth:
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Population trends vary significantly by region. Some areas, such as sub-
Saharan Africa and parts of South Asia, are experiencing rapid population growth, while others, including Europe and Japan, are facing population decline.
Regional Variation:
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As a result of declining birth rates and longer life expectancies, many
countries are experiencing an aging population. This demographic shift has implications for
healthcare, retirement systems, and labor markets.
Increasing Median Age:
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An aging population can pose challenges, including a potential shortage of labor, increased healthcare costs, and pressure on pension systems.
Economic Challenges:
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Globalization often leads to increased urbanization as people migrate to
cities in search of economic opportunities. This trend is expected to continue, with a majority of
the world's population living in urban areas.
Rapid Urbanization:
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Mega-cities, with populations exceeding 10 million, are becoming more common.
Managing the infrastructure, resources, and services in these cities is a significant challenge.
Mega-Cities:
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Increased globalization has facilitated international migration, both for economic opportunities and as a response to conflicts and environmental changes. Migration patterns are expected to evolve as global economic dynamics shift.
Transnational Mobility:
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Conflict, political instability, and climate change are driving
displacement and refugee movements. Addressing the needs of displaced populations remains a
global challenge.
Refugee and Displacement Issues:
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Some regions, particularly in Africa, have a large and youthful population. If
harnessed effectively through education and job creation, this demographic could lead to
economic growth and development.
Youthful Populations:
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As populations age and infectious diseases remain a concern, global health
systems face challenges in ensuring access to healthcare services, managing chronic diseases, and
addressing emerging health threats.
Global Health:
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The role of women in the workforce and society is evolving due to increased
globalization. Policies promoting gender equality and work-life balance are important in shaping
future population trends.
Gender Equality:
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Balancing population growth with environmental sustainability is a key challenge.
Population growth can strain resources and contribute to climate change and habitat destruction.
Sustainability:
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where individuals seek better
economic opportunities abroad. Workers from less developed countries often migrate to more
developed ones in search of higher-paying jobs.
Labor Mobility:
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Migrants send back to their home countries, contributing to the economic development of their home regions.
Remittances:
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intensified the movement of skilled professionals,
including scientists, engineers, and healthcare workers, to countries with advanced job markets.
Brain Drain and Gain:
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with students traveling abroad for higher education. This cultural exchange fosters international understanding and can lead to long-term migration.
Student Mobility:
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with individuals moving for artistic, cultural, or lifestyle reasons. Cities like New York, London, and Berlin are known for attracting creative talent from around the world.
Cultural Exchange:
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amplified the impact of conflicts and natural disasters, leading to increased numbers of refugees and internally displaced persons (IDPs).
Conflict and Refugees:
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trafficking networks that exploit vulnerable populations, often for forced labor or sexual exploitation.
Human Trafficking:
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globalization affects environmental conditions and resource distribution, people may migrate due to climate-related factors like sea-level rise, droughts, or extreme weather events.
Climate Change:
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influence the immigration policies of countries. Some
nations actively recruit skilled migrants to meet labor shortages, while others tighten immigration controls in response to economic or political pressures.
National Policies:
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where individuals maintain strong connections with their home countries while residing abroad. This dual identity can influence migration patterns and decisions.
Transnational Communities:
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This theory suggests that people are pushed out of their current location by factors such as economic hardship, conflict, environmental degradation, or
lack of opportunities. Simultaneously, they are pulled towards a new location by factors like better economic prospects, political stability, educational opportunities, or family reunification.
Push and Pull Theory:
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These laws describe patterns of migration, such as the tendency for
migrants to travel shorter distances and for migration streams to be influenced by the presence
of opportunities along the way.
Ravenstein's Laws of Migration
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This theory views migration as an economic decision. It suggests that individuals or
households weigh the costs and benefits of migrating. People are assumed to migrate to
maximize their income or utility.
Neoclassical Economic Theory:
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focuses on the skills, education, and knowledge that individuals acquire. It argues that migration is driven by the desire to increase one's human capital and, consequently, earning potential.
Human Capital Theory:
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emphasizes the role of social networks and remittances in migration decisions. It suggests that individuals may migrate due to network connections and send remittances to support their families back home.
New Economics of Labor Migration (NELM):
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suggests that migration can be a response to structural violence, such as poverty, discrimination, or political conflict. It emphasizes the role of societal inequalities and injustices in driving migration.
Structural Violence and Conflict Theory:
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are the money transfers that migrants send to their families or communities in their home countries.
Remittances
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Migrants may start businesses in their destination countries or engage in transnational entrepreneurship, involving business activities in both places.
Entrepreneurship:
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Migration brings individuals from different cultural backgrounds,
enriching the cultural tapestry of host countries. This diversity can lead to a greater
variety of ideas, values, and traditions.
Diverse Perspectives:
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Migrants often share their customs, cuisines, languages, and artistic
expressions, contributing to a more vibrant and culturally diverse society.
Cultural Exchange:
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Interaction between different cultures can lead to the emergence of
hybrid cultures that incorporate elements from various traditions.
Hybridization:
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Differences in language, religion, and social norms can sometimes
lead to cultural tensions and misunderstandings among different communities.
Cultural Tensions:
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Balancing cultural diversity with social cohesion can be a challenge for some societies, as they navigate the need to respect diverse cultural practices while fostering a sense of unity and shared values.
Social Cohesion:
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Cultural diversity can also expose deep-seated prejudices, leading to
discrimination and social divisions.
Discrimination:
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Interaction between different cultural groups can foster mutual
understanding and respect, promoting social harmony.
Cultural Exchange:
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Migrants often contribute to the labor force, economic
growth, and the sustainability of social welfare programs, which can facilitate their
integration.
Economic Contributions:
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Many migrants actively engage in the process of adapting to their
host society's norms and values, leading to successful integration.
Cultural Adaptation:
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Language differences can be a significant obstacle to social integration, as they can hinder communication and access to education and employment.
Language Barriers:
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Migrants may face discrimination, racism, and
xenophobia, which can impede their social integration and lead to social exclusion.
Discrimination and Xenophobia:
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is a term used to describe a strong and irrational fear or hatred of
foreigners, strangers, or people from different cultures, nationalities, or backgrounds.
Xenophobia
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attitudes and stereotypes about people from other countries or
cultures, often based on misconceptions and ignorance.
Prejudice:
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Unfair treatment, exclusion, or marginalization of individuals or groups
based on their foreign origin or cultural differences.
Discrimination:
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The use of derogatory language, slurs, or offensive rhetoric to demean or
dehumanize people from different backgrounds.
Hate Speech:
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including physical attacks, harassment,
or hate crimes against individuals or communities perceived as outsiders.
Violence:
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Xenophobic attitudes can lead to social isolation and exclusion, making
it difficult for immigrants or minorities to fully participate in society.
Social Exclusion:
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formed when groups of people migrate from their homelands to other
countries or regions due to various factors such as economic opportunities, conflict, persecution, or
other push and pull factors.
Diaspora communities
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can be formed through both forced migrations (e.g., slavery, conflict-induced displacement) and voluntary migrations (e.g., labor migration, family reunification), each with distinct historical trajectories.
Diaspora communities
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When some regions or social groups benefit disproportionately from trade and investments, while others do not, it can lead to migration as individuals seek better economic prospects in areas with higher income potential.
Income Disparities:
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Skilled professionals may move to countries with high demand for their expertise, often
driven by trade in services.
Skilled Migration:
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UNHCR and the 1951 Refugee Convention:
Asylum Systems:
Refugee Protection and Asylum Policies:
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The Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking in Persons,
Especially Women and Children,
Palermo Protocol:
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This convention, also known as the
Organized Crime Convention, complements the Palermo Protocol by addressing organized
crime, including migrant smuggling.
UN Convention against Transnational Organized Crime: (UNCTOC)
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This foundational document establishes the principle of non-discrimination, which applies to migrants. Other human rights treaties, such as the International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights and the International Covenant on Economic,
Social, and Cultural Rights, also protect migrants' rights.
Universal Declaration of Human Rights:
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International organizations, governments, and NGOs provide humanitarian aid to refugees and displaced populations, including food, shelter, medical care,
and psychosocial support.
Humanitarian Assistance:
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Some countries offer programs for refugees, allowing them to rebuild their lives in a third country.
Resettlement:
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systems that determine the eligibility of asylum seekers for refugee status. These systems vary widely in terms of efficiency and fairness.
Asylum Systems:
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responsible for protecting refugees and stateless persons. It helps ensure that the rights of refugees, asylum seekers, and internally displaced persons (IDPs) are respected.
UNHCR (United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees):
189
focuses on the rights and well-being of all migrants, including labor migrants, refugees, and internally displaced persons. It provides services such as safe
migration information, assistance in return and reintegration, and support for migrants' access to healthcare.
IOM (International Organization for Migration):
190
focuses on labor migration, promoting fair labor standards, and advocating for the rights and welfare of migrant workers. It provides technical assistance to improve labor migration policies and practices.
ILO (International Labour Organization):
191
works to address the development aspects of migration.
UNDP (United Nations Development Programme):
192
These organizations provide humanitarian assistance to displaced persons, especially children and families.
UNHCR and UNICEF (United Nations Children's Fund):
193
These organizations advocate for the rights and well-being of women and children migrants.
UNICEF and UN Women:
194
(Issue) Aging populations in some countries and youth bulges in others may create economic and social challenges, including healthcare demands and generational tensions.
Demographic Changes:
