The document discusses the alter-globalization movement, which supports global cooperation but opposes the negative effects of economic globalization, feeling it often fails to adequately promote human and environmental values. The movement has historically emerged in response to events like the Great Depression, colonialism, and the 1970s. It can be divided into focusing on local action, advocacy on single issues, or pursuing progressive policies. The alter-globalist movement aims to promote human values by opposing perverse effects of neoliberal globalization like violations of rights.