Introduction
Social inequality is still an extremely serious topic in modern society as it limits the country’s potential and reignites conflicts that could be avoided. However, some systemic problems need to be specifically addressed. They are intertwined with xenophobia and other prejudices, making them less noticeable to the privileged parts of society. After reading the suggested literature, I learned that children were specifically affected by economic hindrances, education accessibility, and healthcare quality.
Negative Influences on Children
Economic Issues
The economic status may be significantly affected by a person’s ethnic or racial background. The American Psychological Association (2017) provides data that shows how oppressed demographics are more vulnerable to poverty and face more financial stress than others. This is illustrated by an African-American man’s average pay being 28% lower than that of a Caucasian man and 15% if compared to a Caucasian woman (American Psychological Association, 2017). These statistics also show that women receive less money, which makes sex an essential factor. This will heavily affect my future work and allow me to help the communities that most need it. Thus, both ethnic or racial background and gender may be detrimental to a person’s economic stability.
Lack of Education
Even though education may be associated with social mobility, it also suffers from the effects of systemic disparities. The oppressed groups are often forced to attend high-poverty schools (American Psychological Association, 2017). Smaller budgets affect the resources available to them in these establishments. The American Psychological Association’s (2017) site also states that even high-achieving students of oppressed demographic backgrounds, such as African Americans, may be denied attendance to advanced programs, which limits their potential. This might change the focus of my future professional involvement to try and provide education on an equal basis. As a result, an unfair educational system continues the cycle of social injustice.
Poor Access to Healthcare
Healthcare availability is also affected by recipients’ social statuses and backgrounds. Adler and Newman (2002) state that this issue partially results from the others featured in this post: original economic status and level of education. The financial situation dictates the chance of being insured, and the patient’s previous education is connected to certain risk factors. According to the authors, higher-educated people are less likely to smoke and drink excessively (Andler & Newman, 2002). As a result, my role in the youth and community programs will include focusing on these risks and preventing their effects. Thus, ethnic and racial background may be a crucial factor in the medical field, even if the health providers themselves are professionals.
Conclusion
In conclusion, the modern world has several problems that must be addressed to eliminate injustice. The research results show that I should focus more on economic predicaments and advocate for changes that decrease the differences based on race, ethnicity, or sex. The literature proves that this original factor reduces the oppressed groups’ chances of receiving a good education or basic healthcare. Therefore, socioeconomic disparities are more systemic and include more elements than usually discussed in media.
References
Adler, N. E., & Newman, K. (2002). Socioeconomic disparities in health: Pathways and policies. Health Affairs (Project Hope), 21(2), 60–76. Web.
American Psychological Association. (2017). Ethnic and Racial Minorities & Socioeconomic Status. Web.