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*It is not possible to address trauma and violence without also wrestling with poverty, racism, sexism, classism, homophobia and all other forms of stigma. | *It is not possible to address trauma and violence without also wrestling with poverty, racism, sexism, classism, homophobia and all other forms of stigma. | ||
*Because of this, we cannot ignore deep seated inequalities as we seek answers to problems like violence and trauma. Rather, we must struggle with these problems clearly and honestly. | *Because of this, we cannot ignore deep seated inequalities as we seek answers to problems like violence and trauma. Rather, we must struggle with these problems clearly and honestly. | ||
== See Also == | |||
*[[Sanctuary Model]] | |||
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- Social justice embodies the vision of a society that is equitable and in which all members are physically and psychologically safe.
- Social justice also demands that all people have a right to basic human dignity and to have their basic economic needs met.
- Our commitment to social justice recognizes that health is affected by a host of social factors.
- It is not possible to address trauma and violence without also wrestling with poverty, racism, sexism, classism, homophobia and all other forms of stigma.
- Because of this, we cannot ignore deep seated inequalities as we seek answers to problems like violence and trauma. Rather, we must struggle with these problems clearly and honestly.