Human Identity, Political Recognition and Social Symbiosis: A Public Theological Perspective

2018 ◽  
Vol 12 (2) ◽  
pp. 260-277
Author(s):  
Nico Vorster
Keyword(s):  
Minority Groups ◽  
Charles Taylor ◽  
Mutual Aid ◽  
Collective Identities ◽  
Minority Communities ◽  
Human Identity ◽  
Integration Model ◽  
Political Values ◽  
Majority Group ◽  
Shared Commitment

Abstract Muslim radicalization has forced western states to rethink policies on integrating minority communities into their societies. As a result, some European countries are in the process of replacing the traditional multiculturalist state paradigms with a civic integration model. This article warns against integration policies that: i) create parallel societies; ii). impose the identity of the majority group on minority groups; iii). or impose a difference-blind universal identity on all its citizens. Drawing on the Christian-informed political philosophies of John Althusius and Charles Taylor, the case is made for an inclusionary political mindset that addresses the challenges of globalization and pluralization. The approach proposed is termed symbiotic politics and is based on a common respect for political values such as human dignity, equality and freedom that are essential for human coexistence, a shared commitment to non-aggression and mutual aid, and the political recognition of collective identities.

Sex, Gender and Human Identity: Science and Theology

2021 ◽  
Vol 62 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-36
Author(s):  
Christopher C. H. Cook
Keyword(s):  
Minority Groups ◽  
Homo Sapiens ◽  
Christian Theology ◽  
Sex And Gender ◽  
Collective Identities ◽  
Human Diversity ◽  
Human Identity ◽  
Inclusive Approach ◽  
Science And Theology ◽  
And Gender

Human identity is both shared with all other members of the species, Homo sapiens, and also, individually, something that is deeply personal and unique to each human being. Human diversity enriches our relationships with one another. For good or ill, we share collective identities that mark us out as both similar and different to others in various ways. Our relationships with one another help to define our individual identities, and are also shaped by them. Within this interplay of human identities, sex and gender play a significant role. Science has taught us much about human identity in all of these senses. Theologically, our identity is fundamentally revealed in relationship to God in Christ. A Christian theology of human identity which is engaged in dialogue with the scientific study of human identity has the potential to be affirming of a more inclusive approach to members of sexual and gender minority groups.

scholarly journals Varietätengebrauch und Varietätenkontakt in Südtirol und Ostbelgien

2007 ◽  
Vol 32 (3) ◽  
Author(s):  
Claudia Maria Riehl
Keyword(s):  
Ethnic Identity ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Minority Language ◽  
Standard Variety ◽  
Minority Communities ◽  
South Tyrol ◽  
Majority Group ◽  
German Speaking ◽  
Regional Dialect ◽  
Symbolic Value

Dialect often plays an important role in minority communities where it functions as a marker of ethnic identity. In this case it also becomes an issue for speakers of the majority group who intend to acquire the minority language. The situation, however, differs from region to region and within different minority groups. The article discusses the linguistic setting and variety use of two German-speaking minorities, South Tyrol and East Belgium. The main focus is on the dimensions of dialect use in different domains, its linguistic influence on the standard variety, and its role for identity building. It will be pointed out that South Tyrolians almost exclusively identify with their regional dialect, whereas East Belgians also make use of language mixing. In its conclusion the article emphasizes the importance of dialectal and regional varieties for L2-learners: Learners should not only acquire a passive knowledge of the respective minority dialects, but also come to appreciate its symbolic value in the respective communities.

scholarly journals Understanding and Promoting Racial Diversity in Healthcare Settings to Address Disparities in Pandemic Crisis Management

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 ◽  
pp. 215013272110183
Author(s):  
Azza Sarfraz ◽  
Zouina Sarfraz ◽  
Alanna Barrios ◽  
Kuchalambal Agadi ◽  
Sindhu Thevuthasan ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
United States ◽  
Health Disparities ◽  
Racial Discrimination ◽  
Clinical Training ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Mental Health Problems ◽  
Minority Group ◽  
Healthcare Delivery ◽  
The United States ◽  
Majority Group

Background: Health disparities have become apparent since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. When observing racial discrimination in healthcare, self-reported incidences, and perceptions among minority groups in the United States suggest that, the most socioeconomically underrepresented groups will suffer disproportionately in COVID-19 due to synergistic mechanisms. This study reports racially-stratified data regarding the experiences and impacts of different groups availing the healthcare system to identify disparities in outcomes of minority and majority groups in the United States. Methods: Studies were identified utilizing PubMed, Embase, CINAHL Plus, and PsycINFO search engines without date and language restrictions. The following keywords were used: Healthcare, raci*, ethnic*, discriminant, hosti*, harass*, insur*, education, income, psychiat*, COVID-19, incidence, mortality, mechanical ventilation. Statistical analysis was conducted in Review Manager (RevMan V.5.4). Unadjusted Odds Ratios, P-values, and 95% confidence intervals were presented. Results: Discrimination in the United States is evident among racial groups regarding medical care portraying mental risk behaviors as having serious outcomes in the health of minority groups. The perceived health inequity had a low association to the majority group as compared to the minority group (OR = 0.41; 95% CI = 0.22 to 0.78; P = .007), and the association of mental health problems to the Caucasian-American majority group was low (OR = 0.51; 95% CI = 0.45 to 0.58; P < .001). Conclusion: As the pandemic continues into its next stage, efforts should be taken to address the gaps in clinical training and education, and medical practice to avoid the recurring patterns of racial health disparities that become especially prominent in community health emergencies. A standardized tool to assess racial discrimination and inequity will potentially improve pandemic healthcare delivery.

scholarly journals Eradicating Racism: An Endocrine Society Policy Perspective

2022 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruban Dhaliwal ◽  
Rocio I Pereira ◽  
Alicia M Diaz-Thomas ◽  
Camille E Powe ◽  
Licy L Yanes Cardozo ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Health Disparities ◽  
Ethnic Minority ◽  
Healthcare System ◽  
Health Professionals ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Ethnic Minority Groups ◽  
Minority Communities ◽  
Endocrine Society ◽  
Policy Perspective ◽  
Racial Ethnic

Abstract The Endocrine Society recognizes racism as a root cause of the health disparities that affect racial/ethnic minority communities in the United States and throughout the world. In this policy perspective, we review the sources and impact of racism on endocrine health disparities and propose interventions aimed at promoting an equitable, diverse, and just healthcare system. Racism in the healthcare system perpetuates health disparities through unequal access and quality of health services, inadequate representation of health professionals from racial/ethnic minority groups, and the propagation of the erroneous belief that socially constructed racial/ethnic groups constitute genetically and biologically distinct populations. Unequal care, particularly for common endocrine diseases such as diabetes, obesity, osteoporosis, and thyroid disease, results in high morbidity and mortality for individuals from racial/ethnic minority groups, leading to a high socioeconomic burden on minority communities and all members of our society. As health professionals, researchers, educators, and leaders, we have a responsibility to take action to eradicate racism from the healthcare system. Achieving this goal would result in high-quality health care services that are accessible to all, diverse workforces that are representative of the communities we serve, inclusive and equitable workplaces and educational settings that foster collaborative teamwork, and research systems that ensure that scientific advancements benefit all members of our society. The Endocrine Society will continue to prioritize and invest resources in a multifaceted approach to eradicate racism, focused on educating and engaging current and future health professionals, teachers, researchers, policy makers, and leaders.

scholarly journals MANIPULAÇÃO GENÉTICA E A CRISE DA IDENTIDADE MODERNA: TAYLOR, DENNETT E O “NATURALISMO TARDIO”

2010 ◽  
Vol 31 (99) ◽  
pp. 65
Author(s):  
José Sérgio Duarte da Fonseca
Keyword(s):  
Human Genome ◽  
Charles Taylor ◽  
Human Being ◽  
Human Identity ◽  
Daniel Dennett ◽  
Technical Possibility ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
Modern Identity

: No presente artigo partirei das teses de Charles Taylor sobre a necessária vinculação entre a identidade humana e a objetividade do bem para criticar o que chamarei de “naturalismo tardio” e sua “definição fraca” de ser humano, instanciado aqui pela tentativa de naturalização da ética proposta por Daniel Dennett. Defenderei a tese de que a inarticulação do “naturalismo tardio” oculta uma contradição que, juntamente com a possibilidade técnica da revisão eugênica do genoma humano, produz uma crise de nossa identidade moderna, permitindo assim a constituição lenta e gradual de uma sociedade “biocrática” de moldes pré-modernos.Abstract: In this paper I argue that Charles Taylor‘s theses on the necessary relation between human identity and the objectivity of the Good can be used as the basis to criticize what I call “late naturalism” and its “weak definition” of human being, exemplified here by the attempt of naturalization of ethics proposed by Daniel Dennett. I argue that the inarticulation of “late naturalism” hides a contradiction, which, in connection with the technical possibility of the eugenic revision of human genome, produces a crisis in our modern identity, allowing, in this way, a gradual and slow constitution of a “biocratic” society of a pre-modern kind.

Academic and Vocational Tracking in Upper Secondary Education

2014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Laurence Lessard-Phillips ◽  
Yaël Brinbaum ◽  
Anthony Heath
Keyword(s):  
Minority Students ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Educational Systems ◽  
High Status ◽  
Full Time ◽  
Upper Secondary Education ◽  
Majority Group ◽  
Academic Track ◽  
Upper Secondary ◽  
Academic Tracks

This chapter focuses on students who continue in full-time education after compulsory schooling and asks whether minority students are disproportionately channelled into lower-status vocational tracks and are excluded from the high-status academic tracks which lead to higher education. The picture that emerges is of distinct patterns in different sets of countries. In Belgium, Germany and the Netherlands, minority groups are less likely to follow the academic track, but this under-representation can be entirely explained by their disadvantaged socioeconomic backgrounds and relatively low grades in lower secondary school. However, in a second group of countries – England and Wales, Finland, France and Sweden –most minorities are in fact more likely to follow the academic track than their majority-group peers from similar socioeconomic backgrounds and with similar grades. The indications are that comprehensive systems offer greater opportunities for minority students to fulfil their ambitions than do tracked educational systems.

Authoritarianism and Social Dominance Predict Annual Increases in Generalized Prejudice

2020 ◽  
pp. 194855062096960
Author(s):  
Danny Osborne ◽  
Nicole Satherley ◽  
Todd D. Little ◽  
Chris G. Sibley
Keyword(s):  
Social Dominance ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Rank Order ◽  
Social Dominance Orientation ◽  
Pacific Islanders ◽  
Right Wing ◽  
High Wave ◽  
Right Wing Authoritarianism ◽  
Majority Group ◽  
The Stability

Although right-wing authoritarianism (RWA) and social dominance orientation (SDO) are the two most studied individual difference correlates of prejudice, debate remains over their status as enduring constructs that precede generalized prejudice. We contribute to this discussion using 10 annual waves of longitudinal data from a nationwide random sample of adults to investigate the stability and temporal precedence of RWA, SDO, and prejudice among members of an ethnic majority group ( Ns = 23,383–47,217). Results reveal high wave-to-wave rank-order stability for RWA, SDO, and generalized prejudice. Adjusting for their between-person stability, RWA and SDO predicted within-person increases in generalized prejudice. Results replicated when predicting (a) prejudice toward three specific minority groups (namely, Māori, Pacific Islanders, and Asians) and (b) anti-minority beliefs. These findings demonstrate that RWA and SDO are highly stable over 10 consecutive years and that they independently precede within-person annual increases in generalized prejudice and anti-minority beliefs.

scholarly journals The Disproportionate Impact of COVID-19 on Racial and Ethnic Minorities in the United States

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Don Bambino Geno Tai ◽  
Aditya Shah ◽  
Chyke A Doubeni ◽  
Irene G Sia ◽  
Mark L Wieland
Keyword(s):  
Native American ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
The United States ◽  
Chronic Medical Conditions ◽  
Ethnic Minority Groups ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Minority Communities ◽  
Societal Factors ◽  
Racial And Ethnic Minorities ◽  
Racial And Ethnic Minority

Abstract The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has disproportionately affected racial and ethnic minority groups, with high rates of death in African American, Native American, and LatinX communities. Although the mechanisms of these disparities are being investigated, they can be conceived as arising from biomedical factors as well as social determinants of health. Minority groups are disproportionately affected by chronic medical conditions and lower access to healthcare that may portend worse COVID-19 outcomes. Furthermore, minority communities are more likely to experience living and working conditions that predispose them to worse outcomes. Underpinning these disparities are long-standing structural and societal factors that the COVID-19 pandemic has exposed. Clinicians can partner with patients and communities to reduce the short-term impact of COVID-19 disparities while advocating for structural change.

scholarly journals Interethnic Relations in a Changing Political Context

2005 ◽  
Vol 68 (4) ◽  
pp. 375-386 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maykel Verkuyten ◽  
Katarzyna Zaremba
Keyword(s):  
Minority Groups ◽  
Minority Group ◽  
Ethnic Relations ◽  
Rapid Rise ◽  
Ethnic Minority Groups ◽  
Interethnic Relations ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Majority Group ◽  
Group Members ◽  
Multiple Groups

The aim of this study was to examine evaluations of multiple groups by both ethnic majority-group (Dutch) and minority-group (Turkish-Dutch) members during a turbulent political period in the Netherlands, marked by the rapid rise and subsequent decline of a new-rightist, populist movement. The analysis of cross-sectional data from three periods (2001 to 2003) showed clear changes in these evaluations. As expected, both the Dutch and the Turkish participants showed higher ingroup identification and ingroup evaluation in 2002 than in 2001 and 2003. In addition, in 2002 the Dutch participants evaluated the Islamic outgroups (Turks and Moroccans) more negatively, whereas their evaluation of other ethnic minority groups did not differ across the three years. In contrast, Turkish participants evaluated all ethnic outgroups, including the Dutch and the Moroccans, more negatively in 2002. We conclude that it is important to study ethnic relations across time, in relation to political circumstances, from the perspective of both majority- and minority-group members, and in relation to different ethnic outgroups.

scholarly journals Keep a Stiff Upper Lip or Wear Your Heart on Your Sleeve? Ethnic Identity and Emotion Management among Arab/Palestinians in Israel

Sociology ◽  
2018 ◽  
Vol 53 (1) ◽  
pp. 139-155 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yuval Feinstein ◽  
Maha Shehade Switat
Keyword(s):  
Social Interactions ◽  
Ethnic Minority ◽  
Minority Groups ◽  
Emotion Management ◽  
Ethnic Minority Groups ◽  
Upper Lip ◽  
Majority Group ◽  
Group Members ◽  
Palestinians In Israel ◽  
Subjective Identity

This study examines how emotion management is linked to subjective identity among members of ethnic minority groups in ethnically mixed workplaces. Data were drawn from interviews with Arab/Palestinian citizen residents of Israel. The results reveal three distinct strategies of emotion management: (1) Arab/Palestinians, regardless of their subjective identity, tend to conceal emotions during interactions with majority group members; (2) individuals who identify as ‘Arab’ also tend to regulate social interactions to avoid the emotional risks that accompany interactions with majority group members; (3) those who choose a ‘Palestinian’ label are more likely to actively express their ethnic identities despite the emotional risks associated with this type of identification. The findings suggest that emotion management is influenced not only by a person’s assignment to a social minority category (the emphasis of previous research), but also by a person’s subjectively defined identity.

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