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Understanding Equity: A Key to Social Justice and Economic Fairness

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  This blog explores the concept of equity, a key element in social justice and economic fairness, addressing confusion and uncertainty about its meaning and applications in various societal aspects.   What is Equity? Equity refers to fairness and justice in the way people are treated and resources are distributed. Unlike equality, which focuses on providing everyone with the same resources or opportunities, equity involves recognizing that different people have different needs and circumstances. As such, equitable treatment might mean giving more to those who need more to ensure a fair outcome. For example, equity in education and workplaces involves providing support to disadvantaged students and implementing policies to address specific challenges faced by minority groups, women, or people with disabilities. How Can We Promote Equity? 1. Policy Development: Governments and institutions need to develop and implement policies that specifically address inequities. ...