Equity & Social Justice & Community Values

Define Equity (+example)

equity is the absence of unfair or avoidable difference eg. as australians have different healthcare needs; the health system must take these differences into account.

Define Social justice (+example)

fairness within society eg. equal rights for all, regardless of personal traits such as sex, class, income, ethnicity, religion and age

How does equity influence anti-vaping campaigns?

health promotion programs are not distributed equally but in a way that promotes young people in achieving the same health outcomes

How does social justice influence anti-vaping campaigns?

ensuring all youth in a community have equal opportunity to achieve good health

Define Community Values

judgements about what is important or good for a community

Define Effective

programs should be developed to provide relevant services and resources when and where young people need them

Define Strength-based

programs should put young people at the centre. they should advocate positive health outcomes and empower youth

Define Safe

programs should be non-judgemental, confidential and respectful to ensure a sense of security

Define Accessible

programs should have appropriate waiting times, opening hours & info for youth, and be available to everyone