Racial equality

Definition

Racial equality refers to the belief and practice of treating all individuals, regardless of their race or ethnicity, with equal rights, opportunities, and respect in society. It emphasizes the elimination of racial discrimination and the achievement of fairness among different racial groups.

Related terms

Civil Rights Movement: The Civil Rights Movement was a social movement in the United States during the mid-20th century that aimed to secure legal rights for African Americans and end racial segregation.

Apartheid: Apartheid was a system of institutionalized racial segregation and discrimination enforced by the South African government from 1948 to 1994.

Affirmative Action: Affirmative action refers to policies and practices designed to promote equal opportunity for historically marginalized groups by taking proactive measures such as providing preferential treatment or quotas in education or employment.