Social justice
Social Justice
Social justice (/ˈsoʊʃəl ˈdʒʌstɪs/) is a concept of fair and just relations between the individual and society, measured by the distribution of wealth, opportunities for personal activity, and social privileges. The term originated in the early 19th century during the Industrial Revolution and subsequent civil revolutions throughout Europe, which aimed to create more egalitarian societies and remedy capitalistic exploitation of human labor.
Etymology
The term "social justice" was coined by the Jesuit priest Luigi Taparelli in the mid-19th century and further elaborated by the moral theologian Antonio Rosmini-Serbati. The phrase has taken on a very broad meaning in contemporary usage, encompassing a wide variety of issues related to society, politics, economics, and human rights.
Related Terms
- Economic Justice: Refers to the principles for which economic infrastructure is developed around, concerning issues such as taxation, employment, and distribution of wealth.
- Environmental Justice: The fair treatment and meaningful involvement of all people regardless of race, color, national origin, or income with respect to the development, implementation, and enforcement of environmental laws, regulations, and policies.
- Distributive Justice: Concerns the nature of a socially just allocation of goods in a society.
- Restorative Justice: A system of criminal justice which focuses on the rehabilitation of offenders through reconciliation with victims and the community at large.
- Human Rights: Rights inherent to all human beings, regardless of race, sex, nationality, ethnicity, language, religion, or any other status.
- Equality: The state of being equal, especially in status, rights, and opportunities.
- Equity: The quality of being fair and impartial.
- Civil Rights: The rights of citizens to political and social freedom and equality.
- Social Equality: A state of affairs in which all people within a specific society or isolated group have the same status in possibly all respects.
- Social Mobility: The ability of an individual or family to move up or down the social and economic ladder within a society.
- Social Responsibility: An ethical framework in which individuals are accountable for fulfilling their civic duty.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Social justice
- Wikipedia's article - Social justice
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