affirmative action
"Affirmative action" aims to address historical inequalities by providing opportunities to underrepresented groups, especially in education and employment.
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Definition
B2Employment
(formal, policy)Measures to improve job opportunities for groups that have faced historical discrimination.
Example
- The company implemented affirmative action to increase diversity in its workforce.
B2Education
(formal, policy)Programs aimed at increasing access to educational opportunities for historically underrepresented groups.
Example
- Affirmative action in college admissions seeks to create a more diverse student body.
B2General
(formal, policy)Policies designed to counteract past discrimination by providing advantages to marginalized groups.
Similar
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