Chapter 1: Why global governance -- Chapter 2: Theories of global governance -- Chapter 3: International organizations and the foundations of global governance -- Chapter 4: The United Nations: Centerpiece of global governance -- Chapter 5: Regional organizations -- Chapter 6: The critical role of nonstate actors -- Chapter 7: Seeking peace and security -- Chapter 8: Pursuing economic well-being -- Chapter 9: Protecting human rights -- Chapter 10: Preserving the environment -- Chapter 11: Promoting human security -- Chapter 12: Challenges in global governance.