Government Programs for Social Inequalities PDF

Government Programs and Initiatives in Addressing Social Inequalities “A nation will not survive morally or economically when so few have so much and so many have so little.” ~ BERNIE SANDERS Social Inequality Is the difference in the distribution of social desirables such as wealth, power, an...

Government Programs and Initiatives in Addressing Social Inequalities “A nation will not survive morally or economically when so few have so much and so many have so little.” ~ BERNIE SANDERS Social Inequality Is the difference in the distribution of social desirables such as wealth, power, and prestige. results from a society organized by hierarchies of class, race, and gender that unequally distributes access to resources and rights. Social Inequalities and the Programs that the Government is Undertaking I. Inequality in the access to Social Capital The ability of a collective to act together to pursue a common goal. It refers to the connection of individuals in the society. - An example of this is your social status. Rich people have preferential treatment than that of poor people. I. Inequality in the access to Political Capital the trust, good will, and influence possessed by a political actor, such as politician, to mobilize support toward a preferred policy outcome - Example is that, governor will be given a preferential treatment over those with lower have no civic equality. I. Inequality in the access to Symbolic Capital the resources that one possesses which is a function of honor, prestige or recognition, or any other traits that one values within a culture. - An example is that, rich people had greater opportunities to enter into politics or in any other aspects because of their level in the society. Government Programs that addresses Inequalities  Conditional Cash Transfer Program A government program that provides conditional cash grants to the poorest of the poor in the Philippines. - locally known as Pantawid Pamilya Pilipino Program, or 4Ps Agrarian reform in the Philippines seeks to solve the centuries old problem of landlessness in rural areas. the government addressed key national goals: the promotion of equity and social justice, food security and poverty alleviation in the countryside.  SK Reform Act of 2015 Provision that prohibits political dynasty. Universal Access to Quality Tertiary Education Act A law that institutionalizes free tuition and exemption from other fees in state universities (SUCs) , local universities and colleges (LUCs) in the Philippines. II. Minority groups -are groups composed of less- dominant classifications in society that experience disproportionately lower opportunities than their dominant counterparts. Relevant issues involving minority groups: I. Gender Inequality In some countries women are paid relatively lower than men due to their sexuality and biological differences. The LGBT community has always been treated indifferently and discriminatively because they do not fall within a biologically defined gender group. I. Gender Inequality Programs The Philippine Plan for Gender- Responsive Development (PPGD) rests on a vision of development that is equitable , sustainable, free from violence, respectful of human rights, supportive of self-determination and the actualization of human potentials, and participatory and empowering. I. Gender Inequality Programs The Magna Carta of Women (MCW) is a comprehensive women’s human rights law that seeks to eliminate discrimination through the recognition, protection, fulfillment, and promotion of the rights of Filipino women II. Ethnic Minorities Because some minorities live traditionalistic lives far away from the city and technology, and some may appear differently than usual, they have been consistently labeled and treated as people with minimal knowledge and capabilities. Lack of resources easily available for many are not utilized within their group, and thus receive negative attention from the dominant public. II. Ethnic Minorities Programs Republic Act 8371, known as the Indigenous Peoples Rights Act (IPRA), It has been praised for its support for the cultural integrity of indigenous peoples, the right to their lands and the right to self-directed development of these lands. III. Other Minorities This may include people with disabilities or people with religions that are less prevalent in society. These minorities experience discrimination in work, especially when the disabled have physical limitations, while the religious have practices and beliefs that are greatly disagreed upon by the majority. III. Other Minorities Programs Republic Act No. 9442, an Act Amending Republic Act No. 7277 known as the Magna Carta for Disabled Persons, and For Other Purposes’ Granting Additional Privileges and Incentives and Prohibitions on Verbal, Non-verbal Ridicule and Vilification Against Persons with Disability. III. Other Minorities Programs Department of Education has adopted the policy to provide special protection to children who are gravely threatened or endangered by circumstances which affect their normal development and over which they have no control, and to assist the concerned agencies in their rehabilitation III. Other Minorities Programs Enactment of Anti-Bullying Law which mandates directed all elementary and secondary schools to adopt policies to address the existence of bullying in their respective institutions. Analyzing Social Inequalities  The existence of minority groups in functionalist and conflict societies are also embedded in each type of society’s principles. In a functionalist society, minorities also play social roles that contribute to social balance and equilibrium. However, these roles are bound by limitations and social norms.  The existence of minority groups in functionalist and conflict societies are also embedded in each type of society’s principles. In conflict societies, minority groups are seen as lower-class individuals that will not be able to keep up with the consistent competition occurring within the environment.  The existence of minority groups in functionalist and conflict societies are also embedded in each type of society’s principles. In both societies, discrimination against minorities is possible. Inequality among minority groups is greatly driven by global inequalities significantly coming from the influence of richer, more influential countries Transforming our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development Transforming our World: the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development A plan of action for people, planet and prosperity. Seeks to strengthen universal peace in larger freedom The Goals and targets will stimulate action over the next fifteen years in areas of critical importance for humanity and the planet: A. People determined to end poverty and hunger, in all their forms and dimensions, and to ensure that all human beings can fulfil their potential in dignity and equality and in a healthy environment. The Goals and targets will stimulate action over the next fifteen years in areas of critical importance for humanity and the planet: B. Planet determined to protect the planet from degradation, including through sustainable consumption and production, sustainably managing its natural resources and taking urgent action on climate change The Goals and targets will stimulate action over the next fifteen years in areas of critical importance for humanity and the planet: C. Prosperity determined to ensure that all human beings can enjoy prosperous and fulfilling lives and that economic, social and technological progress occurs in harmony with nature. The Goals and targets will stimulate action over the next fifteen years in areas of critical importance for humanity and the planet: D. Partnership determined to mobilize the means required to implement this Agenda through a revitalized Global Partnership for Sustainable Development Sustainable Development Goals  Goal 1. End poverty in all its forms everywhere Goal 2. End hunger, achieve food security and improved nutrition and promote sustainable agriculture Goal 3. Ensure healthy lives and promote well- being for all at all ages Goal 4. Ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all Goal 5. Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls  Goal 6. Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. Goal 7. Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. Goal 8. Promote sustained, inclusive and sustainable economic growth, full and productive employment and decent work for all. Goal 9. Build resilient infrastructure, promote inclusive and sustainable industrialization and foster innovation. Goal 10. Reduce inequality within and among countries  Goal 11. Make cities and human settlements inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable. Goal 12. Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns. Goal 13. Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts* Goal 14. Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources for sustainable development. Goal 15. Protect, restore and promote sustainable use of terrestrial ecosystems, sustainably manage forests, combat desertification, and halt and reverse land degradation and halt biodiversity loss. Goal 16. Promote peaceful and inclusive societies for sustainable development, provide access to justice for all and build effective, accountable and inclusive institutions at all levels. Goal 17. Strengthen the means of implementation and revitalize the global partnership for sustainable development. Acknowledging that the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change is the primary international, intergovernmental forum for negotiating the global response to climate change. Thankyou For your attention