The World's Biggest Problems (Week 3)

1.  One of the most prevalent problems in the world is the destruction of the planet. People have been polluting and exploiting the earth for hundreds of years, and now we are starting to face the consequences. In order to put a stop to this destruction and reverse the damage we have caused, people everywhere need to make a conscious and concerted effort to live "greener" lives.
2.  Society's misuse of technology is a problem that has arisen over the last few decades. Technology was meant to be used as a tool for making information more accessible, but now many people have become overly dependent on technology for filling the gaps in their lives. The only way this will change is if people make the decision to look up from their screens and engage in the world every once in awhile. 
3.  Inaccessibility of quality education is a major issue that exists in the world today. One of the biggest reasons why people can't get a good education is because it has become so expensive. In order for this to change, schools need to stop being run like businesses with the goal of making a profit, and focus more on sharing knowledge.
4.  Society has gotten to the point where people are so afraid of offending anyone that they just tolerate everything. The morals and beliefs that used to guide world leaders and everyday people have been abandoned for an "anything goes" mentality. Even though it sounds cliche, in order to prevent this situation from getting worse, people should consider the idea that if you don't stand for something, you'll fall for anything.
5.  This might sound contradictory following #4, but prejudice against other races and religions is another major problem this world faces. You can't expect everyone to have the same beliefs or cultures, but violence is not (and has never been) an effective or acceptable method of addressing our differences. The answer is simple: people just need to treat each other with more respect and consideration. 
6.  The quality of the foster care system has never been great, but it has significantly deteriorated in recent years. This is largely due to lack of government funding, as well as the fact that it is too easy for people just looking for money to take advantage of the system. So, a good way to start solving this problem would be to make the process of becoming a foster parent more thorough. 
7.  Similarly, the lack of proper care for orphans has become a huge problem. One way this issue could begin to be solved is if people decreased the risk of unplanned pregnancy, or if more families with fertility challenges would consider adoption instead of IVF, etc.
8.  The issue of sex trafficking has increased tremendously in recent years. One implementable solution to this problem would be to get involved with one of the countless organizations and campaigns than ever that address this cause. 
9.  Another major problem with society is the the emphasis it places on money and power. Money can't buy love or happiness, and no matter how powerful you are you'll never be able to control everything in life. In order for this mentality to change, people need to understand what is truly important in life. 
10.  Finally, one of the biggest problems society faces is the increasing influence of random celebrities (as opposed to world leaders). People used to follow the news and look up to world leaders, but now they care more about the latest scandals in the entertainment industry. This could change if people were better able to filter through the media they're exposed to.