Philosophical Theory.
According to John Rawl's "Theory of Justice," there are two principles that guarantee justice in a society. The first principle is that everyone has the right to same basic liberties. The other principle is that all people should have access to the social and economic opportunities. Racism involves discriminating against an individual because of their race or the color of their skin. Racism has been going on for hundreds of years, and the consequences have been costly. Racism is an issue of social justices because it threatens both the principles in John Rawl's theory of justice. Those discriminated against are not given the basic liberties they are entitled to, and they are denied access to the same opportunities. Immigrants are denied access to same social and economic opportunities that everyone should be afforded. This is why the YWCA is promoting immigration reform. Social and economic inequality is so broad for women. Women have been denied both the basic rights to liberty and at times access to social and economic opportunities. The fight and advocacy in for women equality is the founding focus for the YWCA. .
Social Justice Themes.
There are four social justice themes. They are human rights, social justice, equality, and liberty. Human rights are the basic rights that all individuals are entitled to because they are human (Nikel, 2013). Social justice is based on the concept that society or government should be based on just and equitable treatment for all people (Laureate Education, Inc. 2008). Equality is when all individuals have equal treatment, opportunity and access to resources (Gosepth, 2011). Liberty is an individual's natural rights to be free that cannot be taken away by the government or another external source (Gaus, & Courtland, 2011). Racism, immigration, women equality deal with human rights. These groups of individuals have at various times been denied their basic human rights and change must occur to ensure these basic rights are protected and enforced.
