Essence of Social Justice
The equality nature established among men and the inequality they have facilitated among themselves.
Social Justice Fallacies- Thomas Sowell
The Nova Scotia Poverty Report highlights inequalities that predispose an individual to poverty.
"Income inequality refers to the uneven distribution of income in a society. High levels of inequality are reported to lead to weaker social relationships, increased health disparities, decreased life satisfaction, improved mental conditions, and more disengaged youth."
Several factors put an individual at risk of living in poverty. These are factors that youth may not have control over as part of their environment. The Nova Scotia poverty report lists the following as potential risk factors for poverty.
Who do they live with
Where they live
Age
Race
Immigration Status
Indigenous Status
But does the location where someone is born impact the opportunities they are afforded in life? In a society that is supposed to be fair and equal, does someone born in Halifax have more chance to succeed because of access to resources than someone in Cape Breton?