Equality & Equity. Concepts & Applications

Social equality and equity are the core principles of any constitution, in order to ensure smooth running of services within a country. Social equality basically deals with the equableness in the human social values, thus allowing people to be treated equally. On the other hand, social equity is based on the social authority which one has, thus being able to hold a certain position. For instance, a person who has advanced his knowledge over a certain course of study tends to hold a greater position as compared to the one has little or no knowledge concerning that course of study (Frederickson, 2005). However, in business setting, those in authority are supposed to foster both equity and equality, through setting up standard regulations of which should be followed. In addition, all employees should be treated equally, regardless of their social status, race, gender or even level of education (Glaser et al, 2011).

According to Peter, C. (2015), social equity, reciprocity, and social equality, shape the face of the social justice. Social equity and equality provide clear principles regarding how people should be treated, and how they should relate with one another. In addition, social equity and social equality allows for fair treatment of people from different classes, gender or even backgrounds.

Social inequality and inequity has affected the social relations of individuals within an organization or even in a country. For instance, the levels of racism have been on the rise, a move which has made it difficult for people of a certain race to get jobs. In order to deal with this issue, the first step would be acknowledging that social inequity and inequality is an issue (Glaser et al, 2011). This will consequently lead to the creation of inclusivity, where the administrator will seek to improve social equality and equity through advocating for social equality and equity within an organization. This is one of the best strategies, as it does not lead to the discrimination of people of a certain race in order to favor those of the other race.   

Reference

Peter, C. (2015). Equality, Equity, and Reciprocity: The Three Pillars of Social Justice: Institute for the Study of Complex Systems.

Note: Rerieved from: http://complexsystems.org/publications/equality-equity-and-reciprocity-the-three-pillars-of-social-justice/     

Frederickson, H. G. (2005). The state of social equity in American public administration. National Civic Review, 94(4), 31–38.

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Glaser, M. A., Bartley Hildreth, W., McGuire, B. J., & Bannon, C. (2011). Frederickson’s social equity agenda applied: Public support and willingness to pay. Public Integrity, 14(1), 19–37.

Note: Retrieved from Walden Library databases.