social justice movement
nounUK /ˈsəʊ.ʃəl ˈdʒʌs.tɪs ˈmuːv.mənt/
US /ˈsoʊ.ʃəl ˈdʒʌs.tɪs ˈmuːv.mənt/
A group of people working together to make things fair for everyone.
The social justice movement helped change unfair laws so all people could vote.
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2. A coordinated effort by organizations and individuals to challenge unfair treatment in society.
The social justice movement pushed for better housing for poor families.
3. A historical wave of protests and advocacy aimed at correcting systemic inequality.
The social justice movement of the 1960s transformed civil rights in America.
4. A network of campaigns focused on fairness in areas like race, gender, and income.
She joined the social justice movement to fight for equal pay.