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foster equality

[ˈfɔːstər ɪˈkwɒlɪti]
verb phrase
promover igualdade
1. to encourage, nurture, and support the development of equal rights, opportunities, and treatment for all people
The new policy aims to foster equality in the workplace by ensuring equal pay for equal work.
A nova política visa promover igualdade no local de trabalho, garantindo salário igual para trabalho igual.
2. to create conditions and environments where fair and just treatment is advanced
Education systems should foster equality among students from different socioeconomic backgrounds.
Os sistemas educacionais devem promover igualdade entre alunos de diferentes origens socioeconômicas.
Synonyms
promote equalityadvance equalityencourage equalitysupport equalitycultivate equality
Antonyms
perpetuate inequalitymaintain discriminationreinforce disparityhinder equality

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
promover igualdade
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
fomentar igualdade
Alternative formal usage, more academic
Portugal
fomentar igualdade
Preferred in formal and institutional contexts
Rio de Janeiro
promover igualdade
Standard colloquial usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

level the playing field
create a more equitable society
bridge the gap
break down barriers
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