Equity and Social Justice

What is globalization?

The process by which businesses, cultures, and governments become interconnected and interdependent across global boundaries, impacting equity and social justice.

Define equity.

Fair treatment that accounts for individual needs, often requiring extra resources or support for marginalized groups to achieve comparable outcomes.

What is the definition of social justice?

The pursuit of equal rights and opportunities for all, addressing systemic inequalities in society.

What does diversity refer to?

The practice or quality of including or involving people from different social, ethical, and cultural backgrounds and genders, sexual orientations, etc.

What is inclusion?

The action or state of including or being included within a group or structure, embracing all people regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other need.

What is intersectionality?

A framework for understanding how overlapping social identities contribute to unique experiences of oppression or privilege.

What is privilege?

Having an advantage or entitlement that benefits a certain restricted group that has advantages that most others don't.

Define discrimination.

Unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people, ex. race, age, gender, ethnicity.

What is prejudice?

A preconceived opinion not based on reason or actual experience, which can involve stereotypes, prejudgments, and typically negative beliefs about a group.

What does bias mean?

Having a pre-existing mindset that may cause unfair prejudice for or against one thing, person, or group.

What is systemic inequality?

Differences in wealth, equality, resources, privileges, etc. that result from discriminatory practices and ideologies ingrained in society.

Define socialization.

The activity of mixing socially with others and learning how to behave in a way that is acceptable in society.

What is empowerment?

The process of gaining the confidence, skills, and resources needed to take control of one’s life and make decisions that affect their future.

What does advocacy refer to?

Public support or recommendation for a specific policy or cause.

What is activism?

Taking action to create social or political change, often through protests, campaigns, or education.

Define allyship.

Active support for the rights of a minority or marginalized group without being a member of it.

What are microaggressions?

Subtle, often unintentional comments or actions that reinforce stereotypes or demean marginalized groups.

What does cultural competence mean?

The ability to interact respectfully and effectively with people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

What is historical context?

Understanding past events, systems, and structures to better grasp current social issues.

Define institutional racism.

Racism that is embedded in government systems, including laws and policies.

What is cultural capital?

Non-financial assets that influence society, such as education, cultural knowledge, and language.

What does social stratification refer to?

When social groups are categorized according to one asset, such as wealth.

What is marginalization?

Mistreatment of groups due to preconceived notions leading to bias and discrimination.

Equity vs. equality: what's the difference?

Equity is giving someone what they need to succeed; equality is giving everyone the same thing.

What are reparations?

Compensation or amends given to make up for a wrong, injury, or loss.

What are human rights?

Inherent rights given to people at birth, dictating their right to life, liberty, and security of person.

What is economic justice?

Fair distribution of resources, opportunities, and wealth to reduce economic disparities.

Define social policy.

Concerned with the ways that societies meet human needs regarding security, education, work, health, and wellbeing.

What is civic engagement?

An individual’s ability to participate in social, economic, environmental, and political elements of government.

What are stereotypes?

Harmful generalizations applied to groups of people, usually with negative intent.

Define representation.

The act of speaking or acting on behalf of someone or the state of being so represented.

What is solidarity?

Unity or agreement of feeling or action, especially within people with common interests.

What are power dynamics?

An imbalance of power between individuals or groups.

What is privilege checking?

Reflecting upon the privilege you have in life.

Define critical theory.

A framework used to examine a social issue with a critical lens.

What are social movements?

Collective action taken by a group of people to address social problems.

What does gender equity mean?

Ensuring all individuals, regardless of gender, have equal access to rights, opportunities, and resources.

Define intersectional feminism.

Feminism that challenges traditional patriarchal systems and advocates for gender equity and justice.

What is social exclusion?

Behavior that consciously or unconsciously segregates groups, disallowing them from participating in broader society.

What is justice-oriented education?

Thinking contextually, critically, and creatively about social, political, and economic structures.

What is restorative justice?

The idea that criminals can be helped and rehabilitated back into society rather than just punished.

What is cultural appropriation?

Acting upon stereotypes of cultures that may be inaccurate and disrespectful.

What is ableism?

Discrimination against people with disabilities.

Define racial profiling.

Targeting or treating individuals unfairly based on their race or ethnicity.

What is economic inequality?

Disparity in wealth and income between different groups in society.

What does social capital refer to?

Shared values or resources that allow individuals to work effectively together.

What is civic responsibility?

Active participation in public life in an informed, committed, and constructive manner.

What are human rights violations?

Violations of basic rights protected by national and international law.