Sentences with phrase «fights for social justice»

I am a social worker who fights for social justice but sadly do not see an end to this injustice.

Described in The New York Times obituary as «one of the most important education philosophers of the past 50 years,» Greene enacted a social vision and agency that fuels current fights for social justice.

While the distinct inevitability of enduring suffering feeds sentiments of futility in fights for social justice, we must not take this moment for granted.

What will establish Madiba's giant stature in history was not only his prolonged fight for social justice and racial equality, but his determination, following the end of the apartheid regime, that there would be reconciliation, not revenge.

Is that at the end of my campaign when it appeared that Clinton was going to win, and certainly after she won the nomination, what the... what the Russians were doing was flocking to Bernie Sanders Facebook sites, and they were saying to Bernie Sanders supporters, as they were by the way to Black Lives Matter supporters, people who were fighting for social justice.

While I understand and appreciate the number of Christians who fight for social justice and are compassionate towards homosexuals, it is contradictory to the teachings in the Bible (see Lev.

It refers to the Labour Party as a «movement» fighting for social justice and social equality.

People choose to give for many reasons, including an impulse to fight for social justice, a spiritual drive, a desire to improve what is broken, or the fact that philanthropy can bring a simple feeling of joy to the giver.

Giving the commencement address to graduates of Medgar Evers College, Hillary Clinton invoked her election loss, took multiple shots at Trump and urged graduates to fight for social justice.

Those fighting for social justice are understandably anxious on the cusp of Donald Trump's inauguration as president.

«My lifelong fight for social justice logically evolved into political participation, and that's a path I believe many people share.

«Whether it is fighting global poverty, advocating for immigrants or his historic stance on global climate change, Pope Francis has been an international leader in the fight for social justice and we're thrilled he will be bringing that message to East Harlem.

Last week he pledged that Solidarity would «be offering solidarity to working people in struggle, to those fighting for an independent socialist Scotland, solidarity to all those opposing Blair and Bush's illegal wars, to all those fighting for social justice and an end to poverty and discrimination».

Though plenty dated and not very compatible with today's dramatic stylings, Cornbread, Earl and Me holds up as a reasonably compelling, agreeable, and still very relevant tale of fighting for social justice in the wake of tragedy.

Chavez also inspired millions of Americans from all walks of life who never worked on a farm to fight for social justice.

American Playboy takes us through the founding of the magazine and the construction of Hefner's empire over 60 years, as well as his fight for social justice and civil rights.

A member of the African American Teachers Association named Les Campbell made the argument «if the white majority of this faculty decides who will represent the black teachers in the midst of this struggle for community control and self - determination... 271 will be taking a huge step backwards in the fight for social justice.»

Come participate in the inaugural National Black Male Educators Convening to advance policy solutions, learn from one another, and fight for social justice.

Mission New York Collective of Radical Educators (NYCoRE) is a group of public school educators committed to fighting for social justice in our school system and society at large, by organizing and mobilizing teachers, developing curriculum, and working with community, parent, and student organizations.

That's why the fight for equal educational opportunity is about so much more than education — it is a fight for social justice.

New York Collective of Radical Educators (NYCoRE) is a group of public school educators committed to fighting for social justice in our school system and society at large, by organizing and mobilizing teachers, developing curriculum, and working with community, parent, and student organizations.

When my grandfather organized student sit - ins at downtown diners that wouldn't serve black customers at the counter, when my aunt integrated her elementary school as a frightened first grader, and when my mother and her parents fought a suspension when her principal singled her out as the only black child in class who didn't address him as «sir,» the fight for social justice through education became the lifeblood of my family's experience in and love for Tennessee.

We'll need everything we've learned and built in the past 25 years to keep fighting for social justice education.

While we experience dramatic social, cultural, economic, and environmental changes, people across continents share in a continuing fight for social justice, solidarity, and tolerance.

Not only does it manufacture a vast line of products, but it is actively involved in fighting for social justice, environmental protection, and, of course, ending animal testing, which has been the company's defining feature since it was founded in 1995.

From initiating green fees that give their schools hundreds of thousands of dollars for sustainability projects to spending their vacations fighting for social justice, these students are making a lasting impression on their communities — and the world.

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And I'd been guilty of perpetuating this sort of prejudice by perpetuating stereotypes of psychics as shifty, exotic people or as being unreal, unable to be found as mothers or neighbors or activists like Emily, who's active in social justice - based causes, particularly the fight for transgender equal rights.

Suddenly, Barkan is fighting not just for social justice but his own life prospects and ability to spend more time watching his young son grow.

The hijacking that's taken place means I absolutely have to identify with dems in order for my idea of social justice to stand a fighting chance.

To be free of ideological captivity is to «join the community of struggle,» to oppose racism and sexism, to fight for human rights and women's ordination, to engage in social action, to envision «holiness as justice,» and to develop nonsexist language and imagery in order to «empower» and free the congregation to engage in the «struggle for liberation.»

It is rather that the Word and the church will be interpreted to them as God's will for the freedom of man to live a human life, to fight against the demonic forces of his own nature that seek dominion over social as well as personal life, to order his life by structures of love and justice relevant to the conditions of society.

In this situation, the awakened tribal people of Chotanagpur have a special role, not only to fight for their political autonomy within the unity of the nation, but also to affirm their solidarity with all their bellow - victims of the lopsided processes of modernization in their struggle for political and social justice.

Look for people with a medical background, or those with youngish kids in the public schools, or those who have fought similar battles in the past, especially battles based on the idea of social justice, that low income students deserve the same respect and services as higher income students.

«Now more than ever, we need leaders at the Democratic National Committee who will continue the fight for social and economic justice, take on entrenched special interests in Washington and work to unify communities across the country,» Brown said.

Whereas, we can take pride in the progress our state and nation have made in reinforcing women's rights over the decades and recognize that we have not yet crossed all thresholds to fulfilling our mission and quest for true equality; today we celebrate the economic, social, and political accomplishments of women, we honor the courageous women who have made extraordinary contributions to their countries and communities, and we pause to remember the struggles waged by generations of women who have led the fight for equality and justice; and

Also RIP comedian Dick Gregory, whose death proved a tough loss for Hollywood, who remembered the legendary funnyman and civil rights activist with a flood of social media posts commending his fight for justice and his stellar sense of humor.

But Ken Livingstone admits that his decades - long battle for social justice has been fought at a huge personal cost.

Recchia said he was grateful for the endorsement, praising the union's members as having fought for the rights of workers and having advocated for social justice.

The Governor also unveiled the «Open Doors Campaign,» a new promotional effort highlighting New York's longstanding role as a national leader in the fight for LGBT rights, freedom and social justice.

In his victory speech, Paddy Ashdown's successor distanced himself from New Labour, pledging to fight for a «fairer Britain» and saying he wanted his party to stand above all for social justice.

«I am proud that the NASUWT has been able to play a part in supporting Ahmed and all the brave teachers and trade unionists across the world fighting for freedom, social justice and human rights.

«Brian has been a leading voice in the fight for comprehensive criminal justice reform, and has shown a deep commitment to not just talking about issues of social justice, but actually delivering results.

The Governor also unveiled the «Open Doors Campaign,» a new promotional effort highlighting New York's role as a national leader in the fight for LGBT rights, freedom and social justice.

The former SSP leader has joined forces with fellow socialist breakaway and MSP Rosemary Byrne to create Solidarity: Scotland's Socialist Movement, which will fight for working class people, an independent Scotland and social justice.

And it is an act of class war to assault the social architecture — the welfare state, the NHS, the principle of equality on education, accessible justice, decent housing — that our forebears fought for, built and that we, the people of this country, have paid for through our taxes and have kept dear for generations because we know that these are what underpin a fairer, better Britain.

«In the Senate, I want to fight for public safety and criminal justice reform, education programs, affordable housing, increased access to mental health care, economic development and opportunities, and social service reforms, especially as they affect middle class families and the working poor,» he said in a statement.

Also at noon, Bay Ridge for Social Justice, Fight Back Bay Ridge, Arab American Association of New York, South Brooklyn Progressive Resistance, and The Campaign to Take on Hate hold the MLK Day March Against Racism, Poverty and Militarism, 414 80th St., Brooklyn.

«On a national level, we're fighting for a populist party that's focused on economic and social justice.

«From investing in education and creating good - paying jobs to protecting immigrants» rights and advancing issues of social justice, Congresswoman Meng and Assemblyman Blake will help lead the fight to ensure our nation remains a beacon of hope and opportunity for everyone.

«From Egypt to Tunisia, from Wisconsin to «Occupy Wall Street» there is a movement for social justice in this country and the living wage fight in New York is an integral part of it,» said Stuart Appelbaum, president of the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union.