In conclusion, this book explores the evolving nature of citizenship amidst contemporary democratic, economic, and global challenges. It posits that citizenship is not merely a legal status but a dynamic process intertwined with societal forces, and emphasizes its role as a mechanism for inclusivity, engagement, and contestation. In an era marked by democratic erosion, economic disparities, and the complexities of globalization, citizenship plays a crucial role in fostering inclusion and engagement. The authors highlight the crisis of democracy, illustrating how various populist movements worldwide threaten democratic norms and reshape citizenship, often in exclusionary ways. However, the book also illustrates how active citizenship can serve as a corrective force against these trends and to reestablish democratic governance in a rapidly changing global landscape. It emphasizes the need to understand citizenship as a multi-faceted concept that requires constant negotiation, serving as a means of navigating and addressing the diverse challenges of the twenty-first century, and advocating for robust civic engagement that transcends formal political participation.

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Citizenship in a World of Democratic, Economic, and Global Challenges

  • Manlio Cinalli,
  • Senyo Dotsey

摘要

In conclusion, this book explores the evolving nature of citizenship amidst contemporary democratic, economic, and global challenges. It posits that citizenship is not merely a legal status but a dynamic process intertwined with societal forces, and emphasizes its role as a mechanism for inclusivity, engagement, and contestation. In an era marked by democratic erosion, economic disparities, and the complexities of globalization, citizenship plays a crucial role in fostering inclusion and engagement. The authors highlight the crisis of democracy, illustrating how various populist movements worldwide threaten democratic norms and reshape citizenship, often in exclusionary ways. However, the book also illustrates how active citizenship can serve as a corrective force against these trends and to reestablish democratic governance in a rapidly changing global landscape. It emphasizes the need to understand citizenship as a multi-faceted concept that requires constant negotiation, serving as a means of navigating and addressing the diverse challenges of the twenty-first century, and advocating for robust civic engagement that transcends formal political participation.