IMPACT: A Social Justice Organisation Remembers Their Resilience

2020 ◽  
Vol 22 (4) ◽  
pp. 12-16
Author(s):  
Tanya Cruz Teller ◽  
Marlene Ogawa
Keyword(s):  
Social Justice ◽  
Appreciative Inquiry ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Theory Of Change ◽  
Diverse Group ◽  
Collective Resilience ◽  
Equity And Inclusion ◽  
Appreciative Leadership

This article highlights the process and key insights of a social justice organisation’s appreciative inquiry into their resilience. Diversity, equity and inclusion principles are central to the Spaciousness theory of change and the Appreciative Leadership Lotus Model used by facilitators to create the space for staff and board to remember their collective resilience. The article reflects on the appreciative resilience of a diverse group of people piloting new technology and translation functionalities.

Theorizing PB’s Effects on Individuals and Communities

2021 ◽  
pp. 51-80
Author(s):  
Brian Wampler ◽  
Stephanie McNulty ◽  
Michael Touchton
Keyword(s):  
Social Justice ◽  
Civil Society ◽  
Social Inclusion ◽  
Well Being ◽  
Government Support ◽  
Theory Of Change ◽  
Design Rules ◽  
Meso Level ◽  
Original Theory

This chapter develops an original “theory of change” that connects PB programs to three community-level outcomes: the promotion of accountability, expansion of civil society, and improvements in well-being. To explain the variation in outcomes, this explanatory framework includes macro-level (political context, decentralization, economic conditions) and meso-level (government support, configuration of civil society, state capacity) factors that condition PB programs’ impacts. The discussion then moves beyond the macro and meso to drill down to “variation in program design.” The chapter identifies several rules (scale/level of adoption, presence of social justice rules, program emphasis on social inclusion, vote rules, and oversight process) that significantly influence the outcomes that PB programs produce. Thus, this chapter illuminates how variation in the macro, meso, and PB design rules condition and constrain the types of outcomes associated with PB. The chapter concludes by linking the theory of change to the PB Types (introduced in Chapter 1) to theorize how each PB program type is likely to be associated with distinct impacts.

11. Social Movements and Alternative Politics

2017 ◽  
Author(s):  
Siri Gloppen
Keyword(s):  
Social Movements ◽  
Social Justice ◽  
Identity Politics ◽  
Developing World ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Bottom Up ◽  
Theoretical Perspectives

This chapter examines how social movements in the developing world and ‘bottom-up’ alternative politics, supported by new technology and globalized networks, can strengthen democracy. It first traces the origins of social movements, showing how different forms of social movements have emerged and been influential during different periods, before discussing the main theoretical perspectives about why this is so and how we should understand this phenomenon. It then considers past and present social movements and alternative politics in the developing world, focusing on three categories: movements concerned with democracy and governance, movements concerned with identity politics, and movements concerned with social justice. It also describes the increasing globalization of social movements and explains what makes such movements successful.

scholarly journals Promoting Equity, Social Justice, and Saving Lives with Life Jacket and Clothing Policies

2020 ◽  
Vol 17 (18) ◽  
pp. 6440 ◽  
Author(s):  
Angela Beale-Tawfeeq ◽  
Linda Quan ◽  
Elizabeth Bennett ◽  
Roy Fielding
Keyword(s):  
Social Justice ◽  
Best Practices ◽  
International Organizations ◽  
Risk Groups ◽  
Diverse Populations ◽  
Racial And Ethnic Minorities ◽  
The Us ◽  
Almost All ◽  
Equity And Inclusion ◽  
Racial Ethnic

Worldwide, diverse racial/ethnic groups have disproportionately higher drowning rates. Learning to swim and wearing life jackets decrease drowning risk. We evaluated aquatic facilities’ policies regarding use of life jackets, clothing, and diapers through a lens of social justice, equity, and inclusion to ensure they met the needs of the diverse high-risk groups they serve and changing aquatic activities and programs. Public recreational pools, beach and waterpark facilities in the US and international organizations were surveyed regarding their policies on life jacket use, clothing, and diapers between 2015 and 2016. A total of 562 facilities responded, mostly pools. Almost all facilities allowed wearing life jackets in the shallow end but less so in the deep end, and wearing of T-shirts, shorts, and clothes for modesty reasons. Policies varied most on wearing non-swim clothes. Almost universal requirement of diapers applied to infants only. Respondents’ reported themes included cost, access, safety, hygiene and equipment maintenance. Reviewed policies generally reflected facilities’ responsiveness to diverse populations’ specific needs. However, policy variations around wearing clothing and swim diapers could be costly, confusing, and impede participation in aquatic activities by vulnerable populations, specifically young children and racial and ethnic minorities. Standardization of these policies could assist aquatic facilities and their users. A best-practices-based policy is outlined.

Change it up, change the system! Exploring career development learning and social justice through action research

2020 ◽  
Vol 44 (1) ◽  
pp. 13-20
Author(s):  
Anne Delauzun
Keyword(s):  
Social Justice ◽  
Action Research ◽  
Career Development ◽  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Transformative Learning ◽  
Institutional Constraints ◽  
Diverse Group ◽  
Gender Pay Gap ◽  
Pay Gap ◽  
Gig Economy

Careers practitioners are encouraged to embrace social justice as a core value, but to what extent can it truly guide practice given the operational and institutional constraints within which many operate? This paper presents a practical example of a career development learning intervention drawing on theories of social justice. Informed by student consultation, the workshop engaged participants in collaborative learning on themes such as the gig economy and the gender pay gap. This innovative example of a non-deficit approach succeeded in attracting and engaging a diverse group of participants, fostering peer-to-peer and transformative learning.

scholarly journals Diversity Committees During The Era of Social Justice

2021 ◽  
Vol 5 (5) ◽  
Author(s):  
Gilbert Singletary ◽  
Kenneth Royal ◽  
Kathy Goodridge-Purnell
Keyword(s):  
Social Justice ◽  
African American Men ◽  
Colored People ◽  
Black Lives Matter ◽  
Chief Diversity Officer ◽  
The World ◽  
Community Organizers ◽  
Equity And Inclusion ◽  
Business Sectors ◽  
Overall Effectiveness

The deaths of George Floyd and other African American men and women in 2020 awakened the consciousness of Americans and social justice advocates across the world. The chants of “Black Lives Matter!” echoed from the streets of Minneapolis – all the way to the shores of Cape Town, South Africa. Immense pressure from protestors and community organizers caused those in education and traditional business sectors to evaluate their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Many organizations responded by releasing statements in support of minoritized groups, often including the hashtags #BLM or #NAACP[i]. However, despite support offered via social media, consumers and social justice advocates demanded more than just words. To that end, many institutions began to establish diversity book clubs, while others created DEI committees, and/or appointed a Chief Diversity Officer to guide DEI initiatives across the institution (Byrd et al., 2021). Constructing and operating a diverse DEI committee presents significant challenges. In addition to the barriers associated with assembling diverse members, there are also methodological constraints as there is a dearth of empirical research within the extant literature that provides guidance in constructing and evaluating the effectiveness of DEI committees. To that end, the purpose of this article is three-fold: (1) to discuss the necessity of DEI committees in higher education and corporate settings; (2) to explain why DEI committees sometimes fail; and (3) to offer some suggestions for addressing ways to improve their overall effectiveness. [i] These are the Twitter designations for Black Lives Matter and The National Association for the Advancement of Colored People, respectively.

scholarly journals Exploring the 4-H Thriving Model: A Commentary Through an Equity Lens

2020 ◽  
Vol 15 (6) ◽  
pp. 171-194
Author(s):  
Nia Imani Fields
Keyword(s):  
Youth Programs ◽  
Social Conditions ◽  
Theory Of Change ◽  
Opportunity Gap ◽  
Systematic Analysis ◽  
Marginalized Communities ◽  
Diverse Communities ◽  
Key Terms ◽  
Equity And Inclusion

Many youth-serving organizations across the nation have made commitments to enhance their ability to better engage diverse communities with equity and inclusion at the fore. For many youth programs, there is a need to better align youth, adult leaders, and curriculum with the diverse needs and social conditions of the country. In their article, Professors Arnold and Gagnon describe the most recent iteration of a theory of change for 4-H, a national youth-serving organization that offers a variety of PYD programs. 4‑H recognizes the critical need to reach the most marginalized communities, yet the opportunity gap that exists in its programming cannot be fully addressed if an equity lens is not applied to the systematic analysis and delivery of programs. In this commentary, I critique the 4-H Thriving Model through an equity lens and, in doing so, explain the key terms and theories necessary for stakeholders to understand in order to promote equity in the youth sector.

From Avoiding Bias to Social Justice

2020 ◽  
pp. 47-61
Author(s):  
Anne E. Lundquist ◽  
Gavin Henning
Keyword(s):  
Higher Education ◽  
Social Justice ◽  
Impact Assessment ◽  
Cultural Context ◽  
Colleges And Universities ◽  
High Quality ◽  
Assessment Decisions ◽  
Quality Learning ◽  
Research Based Practices ◽  
Equity And Inclusion

The demographics of U.S. colleges and universities continue to evolve and higher education is being called to reinvent itself in order to ensure that all students have high quality learning experiences. An equity-minded approach to assessment helps determine the effectiveness of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and programs as well as embodies practices and procedures that themselves are socially just. This text share many research-based practices that value, prioritize, and develop diversity, intercultural fluency, and equity in campus specific settings. This chapter describes the higher education and cultural context in which the equitable assessment conversation is taking place; reviews how research paradigms, methods, and culture impact assessment decisions and methods; describes a socially just assessment continuum; and offers tips for implementing equity-minded assessment.

¿Cuándo Podemos Descansar? When Can We Rest?

2021 ◽  
pp. 1-25
Author(s):  
María L. Gabriel
Keyword(s):  
Social Justice ◽  
Law Enforcement ◽  
Black Americans ◽  
Access To Healthcare ◽  
Educational Systems ◽  
Educational Leader ◽  
Shared Experiences ◽  
Northern Colorado ◽  
Equity And Inclusion ◽  
Division 2

The author uses testimonio as a way to situate the barriers and successes she has experienced as a Latina educational leader in Northern Colorado for 25 years. The setting is based in the backdrop of several worldwide issues in 2020 which created a dire need to address diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and social justice within industries and organizations, including educational systems. 1) National political division, 2) disparate access to healthcare and the disproportionate numbers of deaths to COVID-19, and 3) murders of Black Americans by law enforcement have re-affirmed the dehumanization of Black and Brown Americans. Solutions and recommendations are shared based on her shared experiences in moving a DEI educational agenda forward.

The Networked Global Order

2020 ◽  
pp. 151-186
Author(s):  
David Martin Jones
Keyword(s):  
Artificial Intelligence ◽  
Social Justice ◽  
Identity Politics ◽  
Financial Crises ◽  
New Technology ◽  
Nation State ◽  
End Of History ◽  
Liberal Democratic ◽  
The Us ◽  
The Media

Economic redistribution, and social equality required an interconnected, regional and global trading order. After 1989, it was easy to believe that a liberal democratic model, supported by US-sponsored international rules, would spread across the globe. However, over two decades, unmoveable progressive values proved internally and externally unsustainable. After 2008, the US subprime and Eurozone financial crises eroded the economic preconditions supporting these values and undermined the already fragile relationship between the nation state, the market, the media, and a cosmopolitan faith in a liberal democratic end of history. Ironically, liberal progressive values, committed to the idea that all social ills were amenable to technocratic remedy and that the state was a suitable instrument for making such change, rationally engineered inegalitarian outcomes. This chapter examines how the financial crisis destroyed the meliorist assumption linking capitalism, globalization, and democracy rendering the pursuit of universal emancipation and social justice increasingly redundant. One consequence of this evolution was an artificial intelligence and new technology driven intangible economic order. The new economy incubated a paranoid populist style of identity politics that emerged after 2016. Instead of convergence, the new intangible capitalist structure erected a burgeoning divide between a cosmopolitan elite and a disenfranchised, nation based, precariat class.

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