What is
ANTI-OPPRESSION?
Anti-oppression is an approach that focuses on the importance of connecting all forms of oppression as a strategy for creating equity within social structures and institutions.
Anti-Oppression is...
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tackling the power dynamics among oppressed groups within a society.
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tackling the lack of resources among oppressed groups within society.
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promoting equity within the community among oppressed groups.
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promoting human rights and well-being among oppressed groups within society.
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promoting equity and liberation through sustainable community-based and participatory initiatives.
Anti-Oppression is not...
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promoting a singular focus for interventions.
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causing division among oppressed groups with multiple identities.
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already embedded in society.
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ignoring people who have more privilege than others.
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promoting unjust hierarchal power dynamics among oppressed groups.