This book presents a recompilation of nine essays written by the author, on the subject of international development, and international communication. Thus, the topics covered here are; 1) The goal of achieving equality and justice through implementing Sustainable Development Goals. 2) Description of the application of the theory of “imagined communities” to the Colombian Diasporas in Ecuador and the United States of America. 3) How to achieve successful projects? 4) Why there are extreme poverty and hunger in Venezuela? 5) Problems that create Intercultural communication issues. 6) Description of the current situation of Colombians refugees in the world. 7) Also, there is an essay describing the issues faced by refugees globally and the solution to the refugee crisis. 8) This essay responds to the question: Are the discourses of development mechanisms of power and control? And essay nine talks about the effect of the neo-structuralism and retro-liberalism paradigms on the success of the sustainable development goals by 2030.
Table of Contents
CHAPTER ONE
Achieving equality and justice for all through the implementation and monitoring of the Sustainable Development Goals
CHAPTER TWO
Application of the theory of “imagined communities” to the Colombian Diasporas in Ecuador and United States of America
CHAPTER THREE
Collaborative teams, the key to achieving successful projects
CHAPTER FOUR
Extreme Poverty and Hunger in Venezuela: The result of the economic decline of an oil nation
Overview of extreme poverty and hunger in Venezuela
What have been the causes of poverty and hunger in Venezuela?
What could be done in order to reduce poverty and hunger in Venezuela?
Conclusion
CHAPTER FIVE
Intercultural communication issues faced by the Colombians refugees in Ecuador
Introduction
Cultural dimensions’ theory
Who is a refugee?
Discrimination against Colombians in Ecuador
Persecution suffered by Colombian refugees in Ecuador
The impact of food insecurity among the Colombian refugees in Ecuador
Conclusion
CHAPTER SIX
The current situation of Colombian refugees in the world
Introduction
The situation of displaced people before escaping from Colombia
The situation of Colombian refugees after escaping from Colombia
The situation of Colombian refugees in developing countries
The situation of Colombian refugees in industrialized countries
Conclusion
CHAPTER SEVEN
The discourses of development: Mechanism of power and control?
Introduction
Development theories that have not contributed to international development
Other concepts about development
Benefits and drawbacks of modern development
Conclusion
CHAPTER EIGHT
The effect of the neo-structuralism and retro-liberalism paradigms on the success of the sustainable development goals by 2030
Introduction
The neo-structural policy landscape paradigm and its features
The retro-liberal policy landscape paradigm and its features
The neo-structural and retro-liberal paradigms and its effect on the Sustainable Development Goals
Conclusion
CHAPTER NINE
The current situation of refugees worldwide
Introduction
Conflicts that have created refugees
Researches conducted by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
Life in refugee camps
Life as urban refugees
Three durable solutions for refugees offered by UNHCR
Summary
PART TWO: The current situation of refugees in New Zealand
How refugees are prepared for resettlement in New Zealand
What are the challenges faced by refugees when resettling in New Zealand?
What role does reconciliation play in the process of integration into New Zealand?
How Do refugees resign themselves to integrate in New Zealand in order to rebuild their lives and survive?
Conclusion
Research Objectives and Themes
This work provides an in-depth analysis of global socio-economic and communication challenges, specifically focusing on the Sustainable Development Goals, the dynamics of diaspora identities, the necessity of collaborative teamwork in business, and the multifaceted crises faced by refugees worldwide and in New Zealand.
- Implementation and progress monitoring of the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
- Theoretical application of "imagined communities" to Colombian diaspora experiences.
- Organizational effectiveness and the critical role of collaborative professional teams.
- Humanitarian and economic crises, including poverty, hunger, and displacement.
- Refugee integration strategies, challenges, and durable solutions in developed nations.
Excerpt from the Book
Application of the theory of “imagined communities” to the Colombian Diasporas in Ecuador and United States of America
Nowadays, there are many Diasporas scattered around the world. All of them have their own identity, culture and thoughts. Originally, the Diaspora term was used to describe the expulsion of Jews from Judea (Cohen, 2008). Therefore, the word “Diaspora” comes from the Greek language, normally employed in the Septuagint Bible version, time later this expression was translated into English as scattered, exiles, driven out, dispersed and so on (H. Im & Yong, 2014). After that, from the 1980s “Diaspora was deployed as a metaphoric designation to describe different categories of people, expatriates, expellees, political refugees, alien residents, immigrants and ethnic and racial minorities" (Cohen, 2008, p. 1). Due to globalisation, such Diasporas continue to grow in the world and is very common to see and hear news on migration issues in many regions, especially in developed countries, where migrants selected these developed places hoping to have a better lifestyle, given as result the continue growing of Diasporas worldwide (H. Im & Yong, 2014).
It could be said that Diasporas have been formed by migration of tourists, refugees, expatriates, occasional workers, communities and overseas exile. Although Diasporas differ in culture, beliefs, background and thoughts, all have things in common such as a clear vision of their homeland, their feeling of belongingness to their homeland, their hopefulness to return to their country and their willingness of keeping their cultures and traditions (Lie, 2002). Due to those reasons, diaspora communities create their own identity which distinguishes them from other Diasporas (Bauböck & Faist, 2010). But the question is, why diaspora communities create their own identity abroad? Could the ideas of Benedict Anderson and Arjun Appadurai provide a clear explanation of this issue? This essay will discuss and analyse briefly the theory by Benedict Anderson of "imagined communities" and the theory of “scapes” by Arjun Appadurai. After that, these theories by Anderson and Appadurai will be applied to the Colombian Diasporas in Ecuador and United States of America. Finally, the conclusion of this essay will display a summary of how Colombian Diasporas have created their own identity according to Anderson and Appadurai theories.
Summary of Chapters
CHAPTER ONE: This chapter explores the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), analyzing their implementation and the effectiveness of their indicators regarding equality and justice.
CHAPTER TWO: This section applies Benedict Anderson’s theory of “imagined communities” to understand how Colombian diaspora members in Ecuador and the U.S. construct their national identity.
CHAPTER THREE: This chapter reviews the importance of collaborative teamwork in modern organizations, tracing the historical emergence of teamwork post-WWII and its link to productivity.
CHAPTER FOUR: This analysis examines the socio-economic collapse in Venezuela, attributing extreme poverty and hunger to political decisions and the decline of the oil-based economy.
CHAPTER FIVE: This chapter investigates the cultural communication barriers and discrimination faced by Colombian refugees in Ecuador, utilizing Hofstede’s cultural dimensions theory.
CHAPTER SIX: This chapter provides a global overview of the Colombian refugee situation, detailing the impact of internal conflicts and displacement.
CHAPTER SEVEN: This chapter critiques development discourses, questioning if these frameworks act as mechanisms of power and control by the first world over third world nations.
CHAPTER EIGHT: This chapter assesses the influence of neo-structural and retro-liberal policy paradigms on the feasibility of achieving the 2030 Sustainable Development Goals.
CHAPTER NINE: This final chapter broadens the scope to the global refugee crisis, analyzing life in camps, the role of the UNHCR, and the resettlement processes, specifically in New Zealand.
Keywords
Sustainable Development Goals, refugees, Colombian diaspora, intercultural communication, international development, imagined communities, teamwork, collaborative teams, displacement, poverty, hunger, Venezuela, New Zealand resettlement, UNHCR, social integration
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core subject of this book?
The book broadly addresses the intersection of international development, global communication, and specific humanitarian crises related to displacement and socio-economic instability.
What are the primary themes discussed?
Core themes include the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), the dynamics of global migration/diaspora identity, organizational management through teamwork, and the specific challenges of refugee integration.
What is the main research question or objective?
The work aims to explain how development paradigms (like the SDGs) can lead to social justice, if current developmental discourses function as tools of power, and how displaced populations rebuild their lives through integration and resilience.
Which scientific methods are employed throughout the study?
The work utilizes comprehensive literature reviews, analyzing existing policy reports, UN documentation, historical data, and secondary sociological research to support its arguments.
What is covered in the main section of the book?
The main sections systematically deconstruct global issues, ranging from the critiques of developmental aid theories to the lived experiences of refugees in diverse geographic contexts, including South America, Africa, and New Zealand.
Which keywords best characterize this publication?
Key terms include Sustainable Development Goals, Colombian diaspora, refugee resettlement, intercultural communication, and systemic social policy barriers.
How does the author analyze the Venezuelan economic crisis?
The author identifies the collapse of the oil-based economy, inadequate governmental policies, and widespread corruption as the primary drivers of the humanitarian crisis, resulting in unprecedented levels of poverty, hunger, and migration.
What is the specific focus of the research on New Zealand?
The study highlights New Zealand’s resettlement procedures, the preparation of refugees via the Mangere Resettlement Centre, and the significant socio-economic barriers—such as language acquisition and unemployment—that newly arrived refugees must overcome to achieve integration.
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- Alfredo Jose Lopez Severiche (Author), 2022, International Development and Communication. Describing Social Issues, Munich, GRIN Verlag, https://www.grin.com/document/1297839
