Questions and Answers
What are the three principles of social justice?
Define equity.
Fair distribution of resources and funding and accessibility.
Define diversity.
The elimination of prejudice and discrimination. Encouraging men and women of diverse, racial, social and economical groups to play major roles to understand and come together as a community.
Define supportive environments.
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Who is responsible for equity within social justice?
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How can communities promote diversity within the environment?
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How can supportive environments be improved?
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What is the aim of social justice?
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What do equal opportunities require?
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Where should the focus of social justice be in Australia?
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What are the goals of social justice?
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Study Notes
Principles of Social Justice
- Three core principles: Equity, Diversity, Supportive Environments.
Equity
- Involves fair distribution of resources and funding.
- Emphasizes accessibility for all individuals.
Diversity
- Aims to eliminate prejudice and discrimination.
- Promotes participation of men and women from various racial, social, and economic backgrounds.
- Encourages community understanding and cohesion.
Supportive Environments
- Focuses on creating supportive conditions across physical, social, economic, and political domains.
Responsibility for Equity
- Equity in social justice is primarily the responsibility of local, state, and federal governments.
Promoting Diversity in Communities
- Engage different groups in community activities.
- Acknowledge and celebrate cultural and social diversity.
- Evaluate varying values and beliefs to foster a unified community.
Improving Supportive Environments
- Enhance access to resources and opportunities for individuals.
- Empower communities to support health and well-being.
Aim of Social Justice
- Strives to enable individuals to achieve optimal health.
- Focuses on equal opportunity as a fundamental goal.
Equal Opportunities Requirements
- Necessary interventions to diminish disadvantages.
- Ensures more equitable life chances for individuals.
Focus of Social Justice in Australia
- Concentrates on marginalized communities and individuals living on the fringes of society.
- Addresses the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and those below the poverty line.
Goals of Social Justice
- Effective health promotion and resource sharing.
- Addressing individual and community needs.
- Empower individuals and identify health priorities.
Achieving Social Justice
- Deliver preventive health services to those in need.
- Prioritize health spending for equitable access.
- Establish healthy public policies to support community health.
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Test your knowledge of the key principles of social justice through these flashcards. You'll explore concepts such as equity, diversity, and the importance of supportive environments. Each card presents a term and its definition to enhance your understanding.
