Introduction to Global Citizen Portfolio
Tick-off each step and become a global citizen!
The Global Citizen Portfolio recognises your hard work in developing your intercultural competencies and global outlook while studying at Sheffield Hallam University.
Complete the Global Citizen Portfolio module is 4 easy steps (plus one optional extra):
- Engage with global topics – Attend at least two lectures/topics
- Join an intercultural project – Complete the GoGlobal Challenge, study abroad, or come up with your own initiative
- International Cinema – Watch at least 1 of the 2 selected films
- Moderated discussion – Talk in small groups about what new knowledge you acquired, and whether or not you encountered anything challenging?
1. Global Lectures
Attend at least TWO lectures
Who Needs Cultural Intelligence?
Cultural Intelligence, or CQ, measures your capability to relate and work effectively in culturally diverse situations. Your CQ predicts your readiness for working and relating effectively with people from different cultural backgrounds. The higher your CQ, the more likely you will gain new opportunities, earn higher wages, and experience success working in today’s diverse, globalised world. In this entertaining lecture Dr. Anja Louis will explain how you acquire cultural intelligence and what happens if you don’t bother!
- Wed 28 Oct 2026, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm – Book here
- Wed 24 Feb 2027, 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm – booking link coming soon
Critical AI Literacy for Life
Artificial Intelligence is introducing both opportunities and challenges for higher education students as they prepare for their careers. This talk explores the impact of AI on society and the skills you will need to develop to be able to use those tools critically and ethically.
- Fri 4 Dec 2026, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Book here
- Fri 12 Mar 2027, 10:00 am – 11:30 am – Booking link coming soon
Refugees and Asylum Seekers in the UK: An introduction
This session will seek to separate the myths from the facts about asylum seekers. We will explore the challenges refugees face in the UK and how the Government has responded. We will also discuss why all humans should have dignity and safety beyond borders.
Presented by: Helen Paskins, adviser for students from refugee backgrounds at Sheffield Hallam, (MA Applied Human Rights)
- Wednesday 25 Nov – 11am – 12pm – book here
- Wednesday 10 March – 11am – 12pm booking link coming soon
The US–Mexico Border: Power, Politics & History
This lecture explores the US–Mexico border not just as a geographical line, but as a global political actor. From its establishment in the aftermath of empire and war, to its complex role during slavery and its connection to the Nazis, this lecture traces the border’s entanglements in revolution, anarchist networks, the Vietnam War, and Asian politics. In this lecture, we will see the US-Mexico border as a crucial site in world history and international politics.
- Thursday 29 October – 3pm – 4.30pm – Book here
- Tuesday 16 March – 3pm – 4.30pm booking link coming soon
2. Intercultural project (complete one)
GoGlobal Challenge – Earn at least 3 points in the Challenge by attending GoGlobal Trips, Cultural Connect Socials, HERstory Socials or GoGlobal Sport. 1 point for each session attended.
Bi-Cultural Me – A project for female, postgraduate students from South Asia
Study Abroad* – Going abroad on a study exchange for at least one semester
Field Trip Abroad* – Going abroad on a field trip associated with your course/degree
- *You do not need to record your experiences for the intercultural project, simply be ready to discuss them during the Moderated Discussion.
If you have an idea for your own project, please message the GoGlobal Team (via Hallam Help) for approval.
3. International Cinema (watch at least 1)
As part of the Global Citizen Portfolio, you’ll have the chance to experience global stories through cinema and see the world from different perspectives. This year’s films each open up big conversations about issues that affect people everywhere.
Parasite (South Korea, 2019) is a gripping and darkly funny tale of two families whose lives collide, exposing the sharp divide between wealth and poverty.
The Swimmers (UK, USA, 2022) is a moving and gripping true story of two sisters who escape war-torn Syria and fight for a new life, driven by one sister’s dream of reaching the Olympics.
These films are not just for entertainment – they’re a chance to reflect, discuss, and connect global issues with your own learning.
Please note, films are not in the English language and will have English subtitles.
We will be screening these films in The Void, Owen level 1.
Come along and watch at least 1 of them to complete this step.
4. Moderated Discussions (attend one)
- To be announced
Moderated Discussion begin in December and then again in March, and end in April. There will also be some scheduled in July 2026 to accommodate any students studying abroad in semester 2.
You must attend one as the final step to complete your Portfolio. (Optional for students who have completed the Bi-Cultural Me project)
If you cannot make a Discussion on the dates advertised please contact me to arrange an alternative time.
If you have any questions about GCP, please contact me (David Major) by emailing hallamhelp@shu.ac.uk