Information AboutAlter-globalization |
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summit of Davos in 2003]] Alter-globalization (or '''Alter-mondialization''' from the French ''altermondialisme'') is the name of an Anti-capitalist social movement which supports the international integration of Globalization but advocates that values of Democracy , economic justice, Environmental Protection , and Human Rights be put ahead of purely economic concerns. The term was coined against accusations of Nationalism by Neoliberal proponents of so-called globalization, meaning both a support of Humanism Universal values but a rejection of the Washington Consensus and similar neoliberal policies. It is henceforth similar to the Global Justice Movement expression. The "alter-globalization" French movement was thus opposed to the " Treaty Establishing A Constitution For Europe " on the grounds that it only advanced Tony Blair 's "third 'socialist' way". Alter-globalization is considered distinct from the more widely-used word '', coming from the World Social Forum . Originally developed in French as ''altermondialisme'', it has been borrowed into English in the form of altermondialism or '''altermondialization'''. It defines the stance of movements opposed to a Neoliberal Globalization , but favorable to a globalization respectful of Human Rights , the Environment , National Sovereignty , and Cultural diversity. Following the French usage of the word '' Altermondialist '', the English counterpart ' Alter-globalist ' may be coined. This movement objects to what it deems as Neo-liberal globalization. The movement mainly opposes the way it believes that international institutions (such as the WTO , the IMF , and the World Bank ) work towards First World economic interests. In its most radical form, alter-globalization approaches and is confused with Internationalism as put forth by Communists , since both oppose a globalization that would prioritize business executives (capitalists) over ordinary people (the proletariat). The term ''alter-globalization'' is derived from the term ''anti-globalization'', which journalists and others used to describe the movement. Many French journalists, in particular, have since ceased using the term ''anti-globalization'' in favor of ''alter-globalization''. It is supposed to distinguish proponents of alter-globalization from different "anti-globalization" activists (those who are against ''any'' kind of globalization: Nationalists , Protectionists , Communitarians , etc.). Advocates of alter-globalization have set up an online global news network, the Independent Media Center , to report on developments pertinent to the movement. Groups in favor of alter-globalization include ATTAC , an international trade reform network headquartered in France. The largest forum for alter-globalization activity is the annual World Social Forum . SEE ALSO EXTERNAL LINKS |
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