Sentences with phrase «seek justice and equality»

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In contrast, denominational leaders often advocate full understanding of and involvement in the struggles of people seeking equality and justice.

For a Biblical concept of justice has been the real concern of a few of these writers.58 Evidence is of course mixed, but the overwhelming thrust of Scripture's discussion of «social justice» suggests the following Biblical definition: «to each according to his or her needs» Rather than act on the basis of society's most common definitions of «social justice» those of merit or equality - the Christian seeking a Biblically derived social ethic must respond, first and foremost, on the basis of need.

In contrast, progressives seek to ensure «equality and justice,» by guaranteeing these outcomes through the enactment of a series of ««positive» rights like housing, food, and health care» that someone must provide — be it government or the private sector.

We are reviewing the Attorney General's proposal as we pursue this broader approach that seeks to ensure equality and fairness in our justice system.»

It is of particular relevance to women's equality and access to justice for a variety of reasons, including the fear that an ICBC adjuster can read about a woman's therapeutic abortion or sexual assault history, which may in turn prevent women from seeking damages in personal injury matters.

NIP seeks to promote justice and equality of treatment in all areas of immigration law, the criminal justice system, and social policies related to immigration.

Lord Chief Justice Morgan, delivering his judgment, said: «Anyone who applies a religious aspect or a political aspect to the provision of services may be caught by equality legislation, not because the legislation treats their religious belief or political opinion less favourably but because that person seeks to distinguish, on a basis that is prohibited, between those who will receive that service and those who will not.»

For instance, in 2000, the average employment income for full - time female employees working year - round was 70.8 % of the income of male workers.25 In addition, gender interacts with other factors, such as race, ethnic origin and disability to compound that economic disadvantage.26 Another persistent barrier to equality for women is gender - based violence in the form of spousal and sexual assaults, for which the majority of victims still do not seek support from the criminal justice system.27 Accessing justice is a major concern for Aboriginal women, who experience high rates of violence ranging from assault to murder.28

It promotes the independence of the judiciary and legal profession, seeks to improve the law and administration of justice, and promotes equality.

Through litigation, advocacy, and public education, LDF seeks structural changes to expand democracy, eliminate disparities, and achieve racial justice in a society that fulfills the promise of equality for all Americans.

By empowering women and standing up for justice and equality in every facet of life and society, WOW seeks to help women to be the best they can be.