Father tongue Flashcards
Racism
is an ideology that discriminates against individuals based on their race or ethnicity.
◉ It involves the belief that certain races are inherently superior or inferior to others, leading to unequal treatment, prejudice, and systemic oppression.
◉ It can manifest in various forms, including verbal or physical attacks, discrimination in employment, housing, or education, and institutionalized policies and practices that perpetuate racial inequality.
Racism in sport
Racism in sport refers to discriminatory behaviour directed towards athletes, coaches, officials, or fans based on their race or ethnicity.
◉This can include verbal abuse, racial slurs (diffamazione), derogatory chants (cori) or gestures, unequal treatment in selection processes, or exclusion from opportunities due to racial bias.
◉It undermines the principles of fair play, inclusion, and equality
◉It can have harmful effects on individuals and communities, perpetuating stereotypes and reinforcing systemic inequalities.
Forms of racism:
Racial Slurs and Abuse | Discriminatory Behavior | Hate Speech and Displays of racist symbols | Underrepresentation of racial and ethnic minorities in Leadership Positions | Racial Profiling and Stereotyping: athletes are unfairly targeted or subjected to scrutiny based on racial stereotypes | Racist behaviour by fans including taunts (provocazioni) and chants | abuse and harassment on social media platforms
Green Economy:
An economy that aims to reduce environmental risks and promote sustainable
development by adopting practices that minimize resource use, reduce pollution, and support renewable energy and technologies.
Sustainable Development:
Development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the
ability of future generations to meet their own needs, balancing economic, social, and environmental considerations
Renewable Energy
Energy derived from natural sources that are replenished continuously or sustainably over time, such as solar energy, wind energy, hydroelectric power, and geothermal energy.
Energy Efficiency
The practice of using less energy to accomplish the same tasks, often through technological
improvements, conservation measures, and behavior changes.
Circular Economy
An economic model aimed at minimizing waste and maximizing the reuse, recycling, and repurposing of resources and materials throughout their lifecycle, thereby reducing environmental impact and promoting sustainability
Resource Efficiency
The optimal and sustainable use of natural resources, reducing waste and maximizing resource productivity by efficient extraction, production, consumption, and recycling.
Sustainable Agriculture
Agricultural practices that aim to optimize productivity, conserve natural resources, protect
biodiversity, and enhance ecosystem resilience, while ensuring social and economic equity for farmers and communities.
Biodiversity
Conservation
The protection and preservation of the variety and abundance of plant and animal species within ecosystems, promoting ecosystem health, resilience, and stability.
7.Climate Resilience
The capacity of systems, communities, and societies to resist and recover from impacts of climate change, including extreme weather,
sea-level rise, and temperature changes.
Carbon Footprint
The total amount of greenhouse gases, particularly CO2, emitted directly or indirectly by an individual, organization, product, or activity, usually measured in equivalent units of carbon dioxide (CO2e).
9.Eco-friendly
Describing products, practices, or behaviors that are environmentally friendly, sustainable, and
minimize harm to the environment
10.Sustainability Reporting
The process of disclosing information about an organization’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, including its sustainability initiatives, impacts, and commitments, to stakeholders
and the public
