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What does equity focus on in providing resources and opportunities?
What does equity focus on in providing resources and opportunities?
- Providing everyone with the same resources
- Distributing resources based strictly on need (correct)
- Ensuring a level playing field for all
- Promoting equal rights without regard to outcomes
How is media bias defined?
How is media bias defined?
- Presenting all viewpoints equally
- Presenting information to distort reality (correct)
- Reporting news from a neutral standpoint
- Accurately portraying current events
What is a key characteristic of NGOs?
What is a key characteristic of NGOs?
- They are government-controlled organizations
- They are funded only by government grants
- They work independently for social change (correct)
- They primarily focus on business profit
What role does privilege play in society?
What role does privilege play in society?
What is cultural appropriation?
What is cultural appropriation?
Which of the following reflects the concept of reconciliation?
Which of the following reflects the concept of reconciliation?
What is a potential negative effect of using social media for advocacy?
What is a potential negative effect of using social media for advocacy?
How does the case of Jonathan's suspension illustrate a lack of equity?
How does the case of Jonathan's suspension illustrate a lack of equity?
Flashcards
Equality
Equality
Everyone having equal rights and opportunities, regardless of differences.
Equity
Equity
Fairness in providing resources and opportunities for everyone to succeed.
Institutional Power
Institutional Power
Control held by institutions and systems that can create inequality.
Media Bias
Media Bias
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NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations)
NGOs (Non-Governmental Organizations)
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Optical Advocacy
Optical Advocacy
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Privilege
Privilege
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Reconciliation
Reconciliation
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Study Notes
Definitions
- Equality: Everyone treated fairly with equal rights and opportunities, regardless of differences.
- Equity: Fairness in providing resources and opportunities to ensure everyone succeeds.
- Institutional Power: Control held by organizations/systems which can create inequality.
- Media Bias: Presenting information to support a viewpoint, distorting reality.
- NGOS: Independent organizations working for social change outside government control.
- Optical Advocacy: Actions that seem helpful but primarily aim for a good public image, not real change.
- Privilege: Advantages due to factors like race, wealth, or social status.
- Reconciliation: Healing and addressing past wrongs, especially within Indigenous communities.
- Justice: Fairness in treatment and resolution of issues/
- Social Justice: Everyone having equal rights, opportunities, and fair treatment regardless of background or identity.
- Cultural Appropriation: Using elements of another culture without understanding or respecting its meaning.
Short Answers
- Is social media a good way of advocacy?
- Good:
- Spreads awareness quickly.
- Gives a voice to marginalized groups.
- Helps organize events and raise money.
Reflection
- Friend's Suspension: Shows unequal discipline based on background/reputation.
- RAP Art Program: Unequal opportunities based on program or background.
- Teacher's Discrimination: Racial privilege affecting student treatment, highlighting systemic inequity and bias.
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