Educational Equity Vocabulary

noun a group of people or things that is a smaller part of a larger group

adjective being the smaller in number or quantity

• The government is working to protect the rights of the minority groups in the country.
• It's important to stand up for the rights of minorities in our community.
• Don't be a jerk, show some respect for the minority groups around you.
• In a garden full of roses, be the unique minority of a sunflower.

verb to separate or isolate someone or something from a group based on specific characteristics

• The school board decided to segregate students based on their academic performance.
• I heard they're going to segregate the seating at the concert based on ticket prices.
• I can't believe they still segregate the teams in gym class, it's so unfair.
• It's important not to segregate people based on their differences, we should all be treated equally.

noun prejudice, stereotyping, or discrimination, typically against women, on the basis of sex

• Sexism in the workplace is a serious issue that needs to be addressed through proper policies and training.
• I can't believe there's still so much sexism in our society, it's really frustrating.
• Some guys just don't get it and keep perpetuating sexism without even realizing it.
• The roots of sexism run deep in our culture, we need to uproot them to create a more equal society.

verb to describe or regard as worthy of disgrace or disapproval

• Stigmatizing individuals with mental health issues only perpetuates harmful stereotypes.
• It's not cool to stigmatize people struggling with addiction.
• Stop stigmatizing those who are different from you.
• The gossip around town was like a stigmatizing cloud, casting judgment on anyone who dared to be different.

noun an acronym that stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and other sexual orientations and gender identities

adjective describing the community or individuals who identify with the aforementioned sexual orientations and gender identities

• The LGBTQ+ community continues to advocate for equal rights and acceptance.
• I'm going to a LGBTQ+ event with my friends this weekend.
• Some people still use derogatory slang terms to refer to LGBTQ+ individuals.
• The rainbow flag is a symbol of pride and unity for the LGBTQ+ community.

noun an acronym that stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, and Asexual individuals or communities

• The organization is dedicated to supporting the LGBTQIA community through advocacy and education.
• I'm going to a LGBTQIA event this weekend, wanna come?
• She's a fierce LGBTQIA activist, always fighting for equality.
• The rainbow flag is a symbol of unity and pride for the LGBTQIA community.

noun Aapi is a noun referring to a close female friend or sister in South Asian cultures.

• The organization aims to support the AAPI community through various initiatives.
• My friend is part of the AAPI group at school.
• I love trying out different AAPI cuisines.
• The AAPI population continues to grow in the country.

noun A group of people who share a common interest, goal, or characteristic

• The company has an affinity group for employees interested in promoting diversity and inclusion.
• I joined an affinity group at school for fans of a popular TV show.
• My affinity group for gaming meets up every weekend to play together.
• In nature, birds of a feather flock together - just like members of an affinity group.