Social justice

High school (ages 12+)
People & Society

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Step 1 · Read the article

Open the article and read it at the level above. Then answer the questions below in your own words.

https://smallwhale.org/articles/social-justice

Write what each word means, using the article.

Do not copy the article. Write two things you learned, the way you would explain them to a friend.

Answers below are taken from the article’s stored facts, so they match what the student read.

1. What is Social justice known for?John Rawls's 'A Theory of Justice' (1971) significantly shaped modern discourse
2. What is the core tenet?Equitable distribution of societal resources, opportunities, and privileges
3. What is the modern applications?Encompasses gender, ethnic, environmental, and disability rights advocacy
4. Why do people talk about social justice?It helps make sure no one is left behind and that everyone can reach their full potential.
5. How does social justice help our community?It creates fair rules like good taxes, safety nets, and equal access to health and school.

Distributive Justice: Concerns the fairness of how benefits and burdens are allocated within a society.
Social Mobility: The movement of individuals, families, or groups through a system of social hierarchy or stratification.
Systemic Inequality: Disparities in wealth, opportunity, and privilege embedded within the structures of society.