A Philosophical Reflection on the Anthropological Foundations of Achieving International Solidarity

I. V. Sahaidak

doi:10.15802/ampr.v0i29.365919

Authors

I. V. Sahaidak Dragomanov Ukrainian State University, Ukraine https://orcid.org/0009-0000-8622-3704

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15802/ampr.v0i29.365919

Keywords:

international solidarity, philosophical anthropology, framework preconditions, institutional level of solidarity, interpersonal solidarity, reciprocity, vulnerability

Abstract

Purpose. This article is aimed to provide a philosophical reflection on the significance of international solidarity in a globalized world, with a view to establishing solidarity at the local institutional and interpersonal levels. Theoretical basis. Philosophical and cultural anthropology provide a theoretical framework for the concept of protest solidarity in contemporary sociology, as well as for the concept of engaged solidarity in political philosophy, thereby creating the preconditions for a renewal of the concept of international solidarity. Originality. Anthropological framework preconditions at the level of international relations prove to be more significant for achieving social solidarity, whilst an understanding of political, economic, cultural and other values is important for interpersonal interaction, and clarifying the functions involved in achieving social solidarity is important primarily for the effectiveness of social institutions. The main framework precondition is the anticipation of the vulnerability of those involved in communication. It is precisely the existence of mutual non-aggression guarantees that constitutes the key systemic condition for international solidarity. Fulfilling this condition also contributes to the improved functioning of local social institutions and the application of the best human virtues for the benefit of all levels of solidarity. Conclusions. The presumption of causing harm to other members of humanity emerges as a negative framework precondition for other forms of social solidarity. This negative precondition consists in the disregard for the specific/positive characteristics of those who are worthy of solidarity. Yet it is precisely through this negative approach to the substantive characteristics of solidarity that the preconditions for the formation of positive solidarity – both institutional and interpersonal – arise.

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