Oppression

Definition

Oppression refers to the unjust exercise of power or authority over individuals or groups in order to limit their freedom, opportunities, rights, or well-being based on characteristics such as race, gender, class, etc.

Related terms

Discrimination: The unjust or prejudicial treatment of individuals or groups based on certain characteristics.

Social Justice: The pursuit of equality and fairness in society, aiming to address and rectify systemic oppression.

Intersectionality: The interconnected nature of social categorizations (such as race, gender, class) that can create overlapping systems of discrimination and disadvantage.