Asked by ashley boyle on Sep 24, 2024

A major thrust of affirmative action programs is to encourage employers to correct past discriminatory practices.

Affirmative Action Programs

Policies or practices that aim to increase opportunities for minorities and women in employment and education by considering those attributes in selection processes.

Discriminatory Practices

Unfair treatment of individuals or groups based on characteristics such as race, gender, age, or sexual orientation.

  • Understand the goals of affirmative action initiatives and their function in remedying historical discrimination.