Just Mercy Journal Vocabulary

Advocacy

• The act of arguing in favor of something, such as a cause, policy, or group.

• The process of gathering information for a research project.

• A method of teaching that focuses on student-centered learning.

• The practice of promoting a product or service through advertising.

Microaggressions

• Everyday, subtle, unintentional, and oftentimes dismissive interactions or behaviors that reinforce stereotypes.

• Intentional acts of aggression towards marginalized groups.

• Overt and explicit forms of discrimination.

• Positive interactions that promote inclusivity.

Bias

• A personal judgment based on stereotypes and prejudice that can affect decisions and actions.

• An objective analysis of facts without personal feelings.

• A method of making decisions based solely on data and statistics.

• A technique used to ensure fairness in decision-making.

Institutional Racism

• Racism that is embedded in the laws and regulations of a society or organization.

• Racism that occurs on an individual level without institutional support.

• Racism that is only present in certain geographic areas.

• Racism that is expressed through personal beliefs and attitudes.

Equity

• Fairness and justice in the way people are treated, often requiring different treatment to achieve fairness.

• Equal treatment for all individuals regardless of their circumstances.

• A financial term referring to ownership in an asset or company.

• A legal principle that ensures everyone receives the same outcome.

Stereotype

• A widely held but oversimplified and generalized belief about a particular group of people.

• A detailed and accurate representation of an individual.

• A scientific theory that explains social behavior.

• A personal opinion based on individual experiences.

Prejudice

• An attitude or bias toward a person or group based on incomplete or faulty knowledge.

• A fair and unbiased opinion about a person or group.

• A deep understanding of a person's background and experiences.

• A legal term used to describe discrimination in court.

Cultural Competence

• The ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures.

• The ability to speak multiple languages fluently.

• The ability to adapt to any cultural environment without understanding it.

• The ability to avoid cultural interactions altogether.

Discrimination

• The fair treatment of all individuals regardless of their background.

• The unfair treatment of people based on prejudice, often related to race, age, or gender.

• A legal term that refers to the process of evaluating job candidates.

• A social movement aimed at promoting equality among different groups.

Social Justice

• The belief that everyone should have equal access to education and healthcare.

• The view that everyone deserves equal economic, political, and social rights and opportunities.

• The idea that social classes should be abolished entirely.

• The principle that wealth should be distributed based on merit.