1.Identifying the ethical Problem The problem here is that Vietnam has hired young children to manufacture Nike merchandise, which is an ethical predicament for Nike because they don’t tolerate any type of child labour. 2. Examining the facts (Do info) In this stage we get to determine the type as well as the extents of the situation by gathering information that will help resolve the situation at hand. Contact and consult a group of stakeholders to help deal with the...
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When most consumers buying a new electric product or vehicle, they often do not reflect on where the parts and products come from or how they have been manufactured. They are probably not aware of children in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DR Congo) working in mines risking their lives to find cobalt for companies to use to produce lithium-ion batteries for their electric products. A lithium-ion battery is a rechargeable battery, which contains cobalt minerals (Wang, 2016. p108) that...
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The role of sustainability within the fashion industry Seo Won (Issy) Choi Clothing has surpassed its original purpose of simple protection or cover-up; it is now a major means of self-expression and the practice of individuality (Carter, 2017). Today, fast fashion is at the heart of the fashion industry, where mass-market producers manufacture mainstream clothing targeted at a wide audience. As a result of high demand for such clothing, there are tight time constraints for fast fashion retailers; thus, they...
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I like any beginner to makeup know the struggles that come with the precisions of that cat eye, getting that perfect gradient of eyeshadow or even putting the basic mascara on without getting it in my eye. 2019, however, offers a new and simpler trend. The dab-on dewy, glowing makeup look or as some might call it the natural no-makeup makeup look. The list goes on. So, what’s the secret behind the “I just got of the shower” light reflecting...
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Hennes & Mauritz AB is a multinational company of Sweden who are involved in the clothing-retailing industry and well-known worldwide for manufacturing fast-fashion clothing for the people of all ages. They are operating in the different markets worldwide which call for the need of establishing factories in different parts of the world. They also collaborate with different factories (Nissen 2017). According to a book that was published in Sweden stated that children as young as 14 was appointed to work...
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Every character in the story develops its individual features and has a fixed place within the narrative. Expectedly, all of them embody human qualities. Often, the qualities represented by the characters are contradictory. The leading character of Ebenezer Scrooge is mainly compared to the character of Tiny Tim based on their exclamations “Bah! Humbug!” and “God bless us every one!”, which differ in their core. Tiny Tim performs a symbolic part, by giving a face to the countless faceless deprived...
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Introduction Recently, there has been growing interest in globalization and its influence towards child labour. Child labour has increased in the last decades due to globalization (Gunter & van der Hoeven, 2004) and more and more interest arises for the impact that globalization has on it. A lot of studies and researchers have investigated the relationship between globalization and child labour, but there is a wide range of results. Researchers only investigated a specific part of globalization, for example, the...
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Child labour and the effects on life During the Industrial Revolution, a number of children were forced to work in non-suitable environments. As a result, their quality of lives was drastically affected in terms of health, and society. However, it was a prevalent phenomenon of using younger workers because of demands across industries. The children workforce will be discussed and then lead to a reasonable conclusion. Child labour played a significant role during the Revolution. Many work fields relied on...
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There are many social activists who have made a difference in our world. Today you are going to learn about social activist Kailash Satyarthi! You will learn about his background, some of his accomplishments, world wide marches, awards and famous quotes! Did you know that Kailash Satyarthi has saved more than 80,000 kids from child labour?! Made a carpet company that does not use children to make them? One of the marches he has lead had travelled an astonishing distance...
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Poetry has been used to convey feelings and emotions since 1200 BCE. It’s an art which encourages us to see things differently and transports us beyond the page, into mindscapes that teach us about ourselves. I’m Alice Walker, and you’re listening to the Open Learning Podcast, where in our first episode of The Literature Round Table today, we will be discussing the inspiring world of Poetry. We will be examining the exquisite mind of William Blake (1757-1827), an English poet...
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Think back to life in primary school. Running around the school oval with your friends, chanting rhymes and skipping or maybe you were reading a book with a large tree shading the harsh sun from you. What you were not doing was standing in a sweatshop for over 10 hours straight, cutting thread or feeding buttons through fabric. 170 million children around the world have their youth ripped away from them as they are forced to work to stay alive....
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I wonder how many of us really know what goes into making Samsung’s new slimmer tablet or Apple’s newest iPhone? The answer is the mining of rare earth minerals without which none of these devices can work. The unsettling truth about how these minerals are mined is probably not what you want to hear, but it has been kept under wraps for long enough. Hello my name is Elizabeth Shaw, thank you for giving me the opportunity to speak here...
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In many of the developing countries, economic conditions are bad and multinational corporations are known to hire underage children to work under harsh conditions for very low wages. These firms were charged with the unjust exploitation of workers and were accused of having a basic understanding of the global economy. It is important to respect these children and work with local labor laws. They should be hiring adults, who can support their families and be working in decent conditions with...
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The problem of trafficking of humans is widespread and it is estimated that annually, approximately 14,500 and 17,500 individuals are victims of trafficking into the United States. This is a hidden population involving factories, restaurant businesses, agriculture, the commercial sex industry, agriculture, domestic workers, some adoption firms and marriage brokers. 80% of individuals who are trafficked individuals are female; therefore, those who provide healthcare for women can best serve this diverse patient population with increased awareness of the problem. Exploiting...
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Most people have probably heard of those horror stories. Blacking out, and the next thing you know, you are in a bathtub covered in ice. A laceration of the side of your body. A missing organ. Organ trafficking is defined as the “practice of using exploitation, coercion, or fraud to steal or illegally purchase or sell organs” () A lesser-known form of trafficking, organ trafficking has played a huge impact on the world because of the consequences that come from...
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Race is a common term used to describe people who have common visible physical traits, such as one’s skin color. Ethnicity is a common term used to describe people who belong to a social group that has a common national or cultural tradition. These two terms are different because race refers to physical characteristics that people inherit from their previous generations. On the other hand, ethnicity refers to tradition and it is not something that is inherited, rather it is...
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Solomon Northup’s book “Twelve Years a Slave” is a Narrative directly from the person himself, Solomon Northup who experienced a personal journey of slavery directly through the experience of kidnapping and being sold as a slave in slave markets. Solomon Northup’s experience dates back to the mid-1800s and it is fair to say that Solomon’s book is one of the oldest books that have a narrative that is direct from the source and is told and described from a first-hand...
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Introduction In the intricate tapestry of American literature, few threads shine as brightly as the narrative woven by Frederick Douglass. His seminal work, "Narrative of the Life of Frederick Douglass, an American Slave," serves as a cornerstone of abolitionist literature, a beacon of hope amidst the darkness of oppression. Through a nuanced analytical lens, this essay embarks on a journey to unravel the layers of complexity within Douglass's narrative, delving deep into its thematic richness and enduring relevance. At its...
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Introduction The existence of slavery in the United States has been a dark chapter in the nation's history. While the Constitution is revered as a foundational document that outlines principles of freedom and equality, it also included provisions that allowed for the continuation of slavery. In this essay, we will explore the reasons why the Constitution permitted the practice of slavery, analyzing political, economic, and social factors that influenced this decision. I. Compromises at the Constitutional Convention During the Constitutional...
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Knowledge is freedom, and ignorance is slavery. From the autobiography of Miles Davis. To be truly free is not just having your freedom, but is having the ability to learn and know more. The narrative, explains how white slaveholders maintained their slaves by keeping them ignorant and how it was a federal offense to teach a slave to read and/or write. “I do not remember to have ever met a slave who could tell of his birthday.” (Douglass, p. 1)...
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As a child, I faced discrimination when I first moved to the United States. I was not sure if it was because of my appearance or because I did not speak the language, but I certainly did not feel right at home. When I learned about the history of slavery in America I felt compassion towards all those who suffered. I realized that as a nation we have come a long way from where we were 150 years ago because...
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Slaves who had been through the middle passage explained it as torture and there was no way to escape except death. While most slaves were brought, sold, and worked others attempted resistance. “The first recorded revolt in the colonies was in 1663, an event involving white indentured servants as well as black slaves.” (History.com) Also “in 1672, there were reports of fugitive slaves forming groups to harass plantation owners. The first recorded all-black slave revolt occurred in Virginia in 1687.”(History.com)...
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As a historical source, what does Douglass’ Narrative reveal about the lives, culture, and psychological struggles of American slaves? In Douglass’ Narrative, he describes several different moments where he was a first-hand witness to the brutal nature and acts of masters towards their slaves. He tells several stories of real people who experienced real torture and mistreatment, such as the boy who was walking down the road, approached by a man and asked “Does your owner treat you well?”, although...
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One of the great challenges today is that we often feel untouched by the problems of others and by global issues. People often feel overwhelmed and disconnected from these issues, not empowered and poised for action. This is where art can make a difference; by being a tool for social change. Engaging with a good work of art can connect you to your senses, body, and mind. It can spur thinking, engagement, and even action. We become aware of issues...
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The title of ''What A Black Man Wants' tells me that the Black man is trying to address something he wants, so that they may feel equal to the next. Maybe better-paying jobs, finer homes, equal rights, and finer opportunities. I think that the subject of this story is Frederick D being the voice of reason for the black man and the community to address what they want. Douglass is probably letting us know what their desire is. I hope...
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In 1896, Westell Willoughby stated, “There are in the individual no so-called innate or ‘natural rights,’ that is, such rights as exist independently of the State and beyond its control. In so far as the individual has claims upon his fellows to a non-interference upon their part with the free exercise of certain outward acts, such claims have no legal force except as recognized and enforced by the political power.” (Waldrep and Curry, The Constitution and the Nation: The Regulatory...
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You were born an enslaved person in the Caribbean. The stories of the elders in the ‘slave quarters’ inspire you to gain your freedom. Journal your efforts to be free as well as the consequences of those efforts: November 20th, 1853 Dear Diary, My name is Shinnel Haggard and I am currently thirteen (13) years of age. I was born on September 14th, 1840 to enslaved parents on Spring Hill Farm, a historic slave plantation located in Ellicott City in...
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Harriet Tubman was an abolitionist who was born around 1820 and died in 1913 she grew up in Maryland, as a slave on a plantation farm which was the main reason she desired to see an end to the institution of slavery. In 1849 her master died so she left her family behind and escaped to Philadelphia in the North, using the organization known as the Underground Railroad, once in Philadelphia she joined the Underground Railroad. The Underground Railroad was...
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Looking at Angelique Patterson today, you would never guess that her run-ins with sexual violence started at the very young age of five. After being sexually abused, Patterson started down a ‘dark path’ that made her begin cutting herself at the age of seven, and by age eleven, she had begun abusing drugs and alcohol. Her parents, fearing for her life, found Patterson a treatment center in Florida. So, they sent her on a flight to Florida. However, instead of...
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The book 'American Slavery', by Peter Kolchin is a novel about American bondage from its beginnings through its abolishment with the Thirteenth Amendment. Kolchin segregates the complexities between the various events of enslavement: commonplace american miracle and before the war years. There is additionally a section that dialogs about oppression from the white southerners' point of view during those years after the normal war. It gives a verifiable view of the various subjects that were influenced by bondage without burrowing...
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