Summary

The current food and energy crises may be unprecedented in their global impact, yet they are only symptoms of the deeper problems of structural inequality throughout the world. In keeping with the growing discourse on global citizenship, I propose that society must be redefined, widening its traditional focus national borders to encompass all humanity. This will form the basis for the development of a new social contract which recognizes the right of all to realize their well being. Only in such a situation can well being be said to exist, and therefore have the possibility of improvement.