Sentences with phrase «social justice and equality»

Justice for Girls (JFG) is a non-profit organization from British Columbia that promotes freedom from violence, social justice and equality for teenage girls who live in poverty.

A partner of the firm has been recognized by the National Lawyers Guild for his commitment to advancing social justice and equality.

This is a grant in the amount of $ 3,000 to be awarded annually to a first - year law student that will use their legal training as a tool for change and in the service of the community, engaging in promoting activities related to human rights, social justice and equality rights of disadvantaged and racialized persons.

Sam Glover: It almost sounds like — going back to your three columns of diversity, cultural competency, and social justice and equality — that instead of diversity, we used to have racism.

Paul Cavalluzzo, Jim Hayes and Elizabeth Shilton founded the firm in 1983 with a focus on social justice and equality.

It's not just about biking, you have to talk and deal with the issues of social justice and equality.

The jersey design also features a wreath on the neckline, which represents the wreath that hangs where MLK was assassinated and serves as a reminder of the sacrifice that he made for social justice and equality.

We need to develop a conscious culture committed to social justice and equality for every body.

«We are both united in our values of fairness, social justice and equality and I know you, above everyone else, will recognise my commitment to my local constituents.»

«We are both united in our values of fairness, social justice and equality and I know you, above everyone else, will recognise my commitment to my local constituents,» she wrote.

«Fairness, social justice and equality are at the heart of a civilised society.

Mansell says social justice and equality are at the «very core» of her manifesto.

Indeed, the effaced priorities of July 1952 were among those upheld, alongside the call for democracy, in January 2011: rejection of foreign interference and dependency, and the promotion of social justice and equality.

Churches need the younger generation to spur it toward social justice and equality on several fronts.

Only that philosophy is right which wants not only to demonstrate and to interpret, to contemplate and to describe, but also wants to change the world and to transform it in the direction of perfect social justice and equality, freedom from hunger and misery, from injustice and exploitation.10

Not exact matches

Ultimately, looking more deeply and broadly into the foundations of the contesting positions on commercial surrogacy and the sex trade leads to the realization that even those who are committed to gender equality and social justice should reconsider the advisability of undermining the core concept of consent, and the desirability of criminal prohibitions.

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.

We stand up for the principles of equality, equity and social justice and we work with our affiliated unions and social justice partners to build a better world for all citizens.

Ironically, I have had, in the days since you posted this cartoon, multiple relatives and «friends» who profess their Christianity from the mountaintops, let me know just how vile I am for not adhering to their thoughts on marriage equality, social justice, poverty, the oil spill, the President... you name it.

The term «social justice» used to be associated with words such as «equality», «compassion» and «tolerance».

The eight criteria of a «mature faith» include these: «Holds life - affirming values, including commitment to racial and gender equality, affirmation of cultural and religious diversity, and a personal sense of responsibility for the welfare of others,» and «Advocates social and global change to bring about greater social justice.»

At this time, when the people are moved by a strong urge for social equality and economic and political justice, there is a great need for a country - wide agency to look after their religious needs and to guide them to an understanding of the principles of Islam.

So far as they act like the others — even to forward social justice, equality, etc. — I say that there is no sense and nothing specifically Christian in acting like the others.

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

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.

They embrace racial and economic justice and creation care; they affirm the full dignity and equality of women; they take for granted that faithful Christians must embrace evangelism and social action; and they hold to a biblical sexual ethic while vigorously opposing mistreatment of LGBT people and defending their appropriate civil rights.

Both as scientists and as Christians we have reasons to work for a social order providing the maximum freedom consistent with the operation of justice and equality.

And, as the prophets later saw, all this presented two focal points of peril to the best traditions that had come from the desert: it substituted for the old austerity the alluring licentiousness of baal worship, and it sanctioned the commercial inequalities and tyrannies, which the baals of sophisticated Canaan sponsored against the ancient ideas of social solidarity, equality, and justice for which Yahweh stoAnd, as the prophets later saw, all this presented two focal points of peril to the best traditions that had come from the desert: it substituted for the old austerity the alluring licentiousness of baal worship, and it sanctioned the commercial inequalities and tyrannies, which the baals of sophisticated Canaan sponsored against the ancient ideas of social solidarity, equality, and justice for which Yahweh stoand it sanctioned the commercial inequalities and tyrannies, which the baals of sophisticated Canaan sponsored against the ancient ideas of social solidarity, equality, and justice for which Yahweh stoand tyrannies, which the baals of sophisticated Canaan sponsored against the ancient ideas of social solidarity, equality, and justice for which Yahweh stoand justice for which Yahweh stood.

But the opponents of natural determinism lump Wilson, Dawkins, and Herrnstein and Murray together as the enemies of equality and the commitment to make the world a much better place by the achievement of social justice.

Modernity is represented by three forces - first, the revolution in the relation of humanity to nature, signified by science and technology; second, the revolutionary changes in the concept of justice in the social relations between fellow human beings indicated by the self - awakening of all oppressed and suppressed humans to their fundamental human rights of personhood and peoplehood, especially to the values of liberty and equality of participation in power and society; thirdly, the break - up of the traditional integration of state and society with religion, in response to religious pluralism on the one hand and the affirmation of the autonomy of the secular realm from the control of religion on the other».

«Whites (and American institutions) must acknowledge historical racism to show themselves redeemed of it, but once they acknowledge it, they lose moral authority over everything having to do with race, equality, social justice, poverty, and so on.

«They are keenly aware of the need for social and economic justice, the stewardship of creation, and equality of opportunity; they are equally aware of the need for a society free from any form of prejudice rooted in anything which is part of the individual identity, gender, race, origin, religion or orientation of anyone.»

Berlin broke with the social - democratic left, though, in insisting that liberty, equality, and justice were, are, and always will be in tension.

Call me a Social Justice Warrior all you want, I (we) are proud to be warriors for equality, progress and jJustice Warrior all you want, I (we) are proud to be warriors for equality, progress and justicejustice.

Shared parenting addresses social justice imperatives regarding parental authority, autonomy, equality, rights and responsibilities

Yet again, Bob Marley assured us on «So Much Things to Say» that a likely windfall from social justice, equality and fairness, patriotism, truth, and exertion of spiritual fortitude against «spiritual wickedness in high and low places» accrues to society or community at large.

Said President Weah: «Article 7 — The Republic shall, consistent with the principles of individual freedom and social justice enshrined in this Constitution, manage the national economy and the natural resources of Liberia in such manner as shall ensure the maximum feasible participation of Liberian citizens under conditions of equality, so as to advance the general welfare of the Liberian people and the economic development of Liberia.»

In such a situation, the Islamist search for equality and social justice is conceptually contradictory to the concept of Ummah because the Muslim community of believers is itself split into privileged and underprivileged sections.

Adamu pointed out that the decision was in line with the university's vision of providing highly accessible and enhanced education anchored by social justice, equity, equality and national cohesion through comprehensive reach that transcends all barriers.

In addition to her artistic pursuits, she is a social justice activist and a real leader for marriage equality in this country,» Mr. Stringer told Politicker.

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

Proud of the relationship between the trade unions and the Labour Party, based on shared values of equality, fairness and social justice.

We have to stand for justice, freedom, and equality for all, regardless of belief, color, and social status.

«All who believe in social justice, in equality and in democracy and are concerned about the future of our children and young people will recognise the need for a change of political direction after the 2015 General Election.»

There is of course a strong religious lobby with deep roots in and outside of Labour which does not wholly share our values of social justice, human rights and equality and which is desperate not to lose its privileges nor one of its best recruiting grounds through running schools.

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 BritaAnd 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 Britaand 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 Britaand have kept dear for generations because we know that these are what underpin a fairer, better Britain.

«It is essential that those who care about social justice, fairness and equality, who value public services and care about the future of state education, do not allow this to happen.»

Prime Minister: David Cameron Deputy PM & First Secretary of State: William Hague Chancellor of the Exchequer: George Osborne Leader of the Commons: Ken Clarke Home Secretary: David Davis Foreign Secretary: Sir Malcolm Rifkind Business & Employment Secretary: John Redwood Communities & Social Justice Secretary: Iain Duncan Smith Cabinet Office Minister: Francis Maude Defence Secretary: Dr Liam Fox Environment and Energy Secretary: Oliver Letwin Leader of the Lords: Lord Strathclyde Nations Secretary: Lord Trimble Education Secretary: Michael Gove Health Secretary: Chris Grayling Women & Equalities Secretary: Theresa May Pensions & Welfare Reform Secretary: David Willetts Trade & International Development Secretary: Alan Duncan Justice Secretary & Lord Chancellor: Dominic Greive Transport Secretary: Damian Green Farming, Food & Rural Affairs Secretary: Nick Herbert Housing & Local Government Secretary: Philip Hammond Culture Secretary: Julie Kirkbride

It is characterized by social liberalism [1] and combines ideas of civil liberty and equality with support for social justice and a mixed economy.

Over the past forty years, he has played a pivotal role in virtually every movement for empowerment, peace, civil rights, gender equality, and economic and social justice.