Social justice Flashcards
What is activism?
Taking action to support or make a change for a political or social cause.
Activism can take various forms, including protests, campaigns, and social media advocacy.
Define advocacy.
Speaking or acting in support of a cause or idea.
Advocacy often involves raising awareness and influencing public policy.
What does allyship mean?
Working with others to support and stand up for groups facing unfair treatment.
Allies can come from different backgrounds and use their privilege to amplify marginalized voices.
What is bias?
Favoring or being against someone or something unfairly, often without knowing it.
Bias can be conscious or unconscious and affects decision-making processes.
Define discrimination.
Treating someone unfairly because of their race, age, gender, or other differences.
Discrimination can occur in various settings, including workplaces, schools, and public services.
What is empathy?
Understanding and sharing someone else’s feelings.
Empathy is crucial for building connections and fostering social harmony.
Equity ensures that everyone gets what they need to be successful or treated fairly. True or False?
True.
Equity differs from equality, which means treating everyone the same regardless of their needs.
What does globalization refer to?
How people, ideas, and businesses from different parts of the world are connected and affect each other.
Globalization has significant impacts on economies, cultures, and political systems.
What are human rights?
Basic freedoms and rights that belong to all people, like safety, education, and freedom of speech.
Human rights are universal and inalienable, meaning they cannot be taken away.
Define inequality.
A situation where people don’t have the same rights or opportunities.
Inequality can manifest in various forms, including economic, social, and political.
What is intersectionality?
How different parts of a person’s identity (like race, gender, and class) combine to shape their experiences.
Intersectionality helps to understand how overlapping identities can lead to unique experiences of discrimination or privilege.
What does justice entail?
Treating people fairly and making sure rules are fair for everyone.
Justice is a fundamental principle in legal systems and social policies.
Define marginalization.
Ignoring or leaving out people or groups, making them feel unimportant.
Marginalization often affects minority groups and can lead to social exclusion.
What is oppression?
When a group is treated unfairly or cruelly for a long time.
Oppression can be systemic and is often perpetuated by societal norms and institutions.
What does privilege mean?
Having advantages or opportunities that others might not have, often without realizing it.
Privilege can be based on race, gender, socioeconomic status, and other factors.
Define prejudice.
Judging someone unfairly before getting to know them.
Prejudice can lead to discrimination and social conflict.
What is a refugee?
A person who leaves their home country to escape danger, like war or natural disasters.
Refugees often seek asylum in other countries for safety.
What is a social construct?
An idea or belief that people in a society create and accept, like rules about gender roles.
Social constructs can vary widely between different cultures and societies.
What does social justice involve?
Working to make sure all people are treated fairly and have the same opportunities.
Social justice movements advocate for systemic change to address inequalities.
Define solidarity.
Standing together with others to support a shared cause.
Solidarity is often crucial in social movements and collective actions.
What is a stereotype?
A belief about a group of people that isn’t always true.
Stereotypes can lead to misconceptions and reinforce discrimination.
What does stigma refer to?
A negative or unfair opinion about someone because of a certain trait or condition.
Stigma can impact mental health and social interactions.
Define sustainability.
Taking care of resources so that they last for a long time and don’t harm the planet.
Sustainability encompasses environmental, economic, and social dimensions.
What does systemic mean?
Something that affects an entire system, like a school or society, not just individuals.
Systemic issues require comprehensive solutions that address the root causes.
What is heteronormativity?
The idea that being straight (attracted to the opposite gender) and following traditional gender roles is the ‘normal’ way to be.
Heteronormativity can marginalize LGBTQ+ individuals and communities.
