An Indian festival, celebrated every August/September, that involves making a human pyramid and breaking an earthen pot filled with curd tied at a convenient/difficult height. This event is based on the legend of the child-god Krishna stealing butter.
Global citizens have an impact on ending extreme poverty through the actions they take. The effects of small actions are not always obvious, but by working together specific and tangible outcomes are achieved. Global citizens’ voices influence world leaders and decision makers, and contribute to shaping our world. Adding your voice to a petition that is handed over to world leaders demonstrates the people’s desire, resulting in policy changes that benefit the world’s poor. And tweeting at governments has been shown to influence important budget decisions. Global citizens’ actions can and have affected the lives of millions of people. The actions of global citizens hold the power to generate real impact.