Structural Violence Flashcards
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Structural Violence
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violence that is built into the structure, may not involve direct harm, manifests as inequal power and opportunities, exs: uneven resource, income, education, medical services, etc. distribution; associated with Johan Galtung
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Johan Galtung: Structural Violence
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when the potential level of realization depends on the level of insight and resources and, if this is monopolized or used for another purpose, the actual level falls below the potential, also known as social injustice
