Global action networks are best described as which of the following?

• A. Cross-sector partnerships addressing social issues globally
• B. Single-sector corporate initiatives
• C. Government-only coalitions
• D. Local community groups and clubs

Answer: (A)

Global action networks bring together actors from different sectors—business, government, nonprofits, and research—across multiple countries to tackle social issues. This cross-sector collaboration leverages diverse strengths: the scale and resources of business, policy influence from government, on-the-ground legitimacy from civil society, and specialized knowledge from experts. Complex global problems require coordinated action, shared goals, and pooled resources that no single sector can provide alone, which is why these networks are described as cross-sector partnerships addressing social issues globally. They aren’t confined to one sector, nor limited to governments, nor restricted to local groups.