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encourage equality

[ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒ ɪˈkwɒlɪti]
verb phrase
encorajar igualdade
1. to promote, support, or foster equal treatment, rights, and opportunities for all people regardless of gender, race, socioeconomic status, or other characteristics
The organization works to encourage equality in the workplace.
A organização trabalha para encorajar igualdade no local de trabalho.
2. to actively inspire or motivate actions and policies that reduce discrimination and inequity
Schools should encourage equality among all students.
As escolas devem encorajar igualdade entre todos os alunos.
Synonyms
promote equalityfoster equalityadvance equalitysupport equalitychampion equality
Antonyms
discourage equalitypromote inequalityperpetuate discriminationundermine equality

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
encorajar igualdade
Standard usage in Brazil
São Paulo
promover igualdade
Common alternative in São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
incentivar igualdade
Alternative phrasing commonly used
Portugal
encorajar igualdade
Standard usage in Portugal

Related Idioms & Phrases

level the playing field
break down barriers
promote inclusivity
bridge the gap
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