Diplomacy & Politics Glossary

The unequal distribution of income and wealth among individuals or groups within a society.

A framework recognizing how overlapping social identities such as race, gender, and class contribute to unique experiences of oppression and privilege.

A framework proposing that marginalized groups have unique and valuable perspectives that reveal social power structures.

Mahatma Gandhi's concept of universal upliftment or welfare of all, emphasizing social justice and economic equality.

A policy approach ensuring that shifts to sustainable economies address social equity and protect vulnerable workers and communities. It integrates environmental and human security goals.

A feminist ideology focused on achieving gender equality through legal reforms and equal opportunities within existing political and social systems.

A process promoting forgiveness and unity to heal a divided society after apartheid in South Africa.

Nelson Mandela’s approach promoting truth-telling and forgiveness to heal societies after conflict and apartheid.

Paulo Freire advocated education as a practice of freedom, encouraging critical consciousness to challenge oppression.

A political ideology advocating for interventions to promote social justice within a capitalist economy, combining democratic governance with welfare policies.

A political ideology advocating for collective ownership or regulation of the means of production to promote social equality.

A political and social movement advocating solidarity among African nations and peoples to end colonialism and racial discrimination.