What is Youth Work/Ministry Part 2: Equality of Opportunity
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2. Equality of Opportunity
Equality of opportunity is often confused with political correctness, which sorts to do away with differences, this was often counter productive to reconciliation and building healthy communities, in that individuals and communities often felt that the traditions and characteristics that made them unique were being attacked.
In contrast ‘equality of opportunity’ is not about denying differences but recognising and valuing diversity, it also seeks to ensure that discrimination is challenged and that all are given the same opportunities.In practising equality of opportunity, one could look at disability access within ones youth meetings; this could go beyond wheelchair access ...