create equality

[krē-ˈāt ē-ˈkwä-lə-tē]
verb phrase
criar igualdade
1. to establish or bring about a state of being equal in rights, opportunities, treatment, or status
The new policy aims to create equality in the workplace by eliminating gender pay gaps.
A nova política visa criar igualdade no local de trabalho eliminando as diferenças salariais de gênero.
2. to implement measures or actions that promote fair and equal treatment for all individuals regardless of background
Educational reforms were designed to create equality among students from different socioeconomic backgrounds.
As reformas educacionais foram projetadas para criar igualdade entre alunos de diferentes origens socioeconômicas.
3. to remove barriers and discrimination to ensure equal access and opportunities
The organization works to create equality in healthcare services for marginalized communities.
A organização trabalha para criar igualdade nos serviços de saúde para comunidades marginalizadas.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'create equality' is a phrase commonly used in social movements, political campaigns, and corporate initiatives. In Brazil, it's particularly prominent in discussions about racial justice (igualdade racial), gender equity, and educational access. In the USA, it's widely used in civil rights discourse and workplace diversity initiatives. The phrase reflects contemporary values of social justice and inclusive practices in both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
establish equalitypromote equalityensure equal treatmentfoster fairnessimplement equity
Antonyms / Antônimos
create inequalityperpetuate discriminationmaintain disparityestablish hierarchy

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
criar igualdade
standard usage across all Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
criar igualdade
common usage in social and political discourse
São Paulo
criar igualdade
frequently used in corporate and policy contexts
Portugal
criar igualdade
standard usage, sometimes 'promover igualdade' (promote equality) is preferred

Related Words

equalityequityfairnessjusticediscriminationequal rightssocial justice

Related Idioms & Phrases

level the playing field
put everyone on equal footing
close the gap
break down barriers
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