equity goals
[/ˈɛkwɪti ɡoʊlz/]
noun phrase
metas de equidade
1. Objectives aimed at achieving fairness, justice, and equal opportunity for historically marginalized or disadvantaged groups in areas such as education, employment, housing, and social services
The university established equity goals to increase enrollment of underrepresented minorities.
A universidade estabeleceu metas de equidade para aumentar a matrícula de minorias sub-representadas.
2. Targets set by organizations or governments to reduce disparities and promote inclusive practices across different demographics
The company announced new equity goals in its diversity and inclusion initiative.
A empresa anunciou novas metas de equidade em sua iniciativa de diversidade e inclusão.
3. In business, objectives related to fair distribution of company ownership or profits among stakeholders
The partnership agreement included equity goals for employee stock ownership.
O acordo de parceria incluía metas de equidade para a participação acionária dos funcionários.
In Brazil, 'metas de equidade' gained prominence through discussions of affirmative action policies (ações afirmativas) in higher education and discussions of racial and social inequality. In the USA, 'equity goals' became increasingly common in corporate and educational contexts, particularly after 2020, as organizations responded to social justice movements. The term reflects a shift from 'equality' (treating everyone the same) to 'equity' (giving people what they need to succeed).
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