Implications of a Just Society

The just society though not easily defined bears some implications for us as people in society.

Justice equals fairness and equity. This means that educational opportunities are created for all and as such close or lowers the socioeconomic gap as people become empowered and enabled to make more informed decisions for their own development. (Social Justice,n.d)

Social Justice (n.d) in their article provides an outlook on the power of education where they conclude that one of the main purposes of education is to redress social, political and economical inequalities.  They argue that teachers within schools should use the curriculum to give birth to social consciousness within students and promote, care and respect.

The wage gap will also be tightened as people become more productive and people are given more fair wages for their work efforts. One of the major implications of justice within society is for the leaders to be fair to the citizens and hold themselves accountable to the laws. This will create a situation where the people are not being taken advantage of and instead they have access to information where they can make decisions that will serve their best interest.

 People who exist in a just society are not over dependent on a government who relish the idea of an ignorant population. The people will no longer be tied to an idea that they need some hero to save them from their circumstances through materialistic gains. A just society values and appreciates the role of human resources for economic development, social reform and a better standard of moral living. This is manifested through the acceptance that all human beings regardless of their minor differences have a role to play in creating innovative advances where we build on each other's progress so that serves to develop interdependence rather than dependence.

The allegory of the cave as depicted in the video shows the implications  of social justice  through education. In the Jamaican context  Marcus Mosiah Garvey’s  philosophy played an integral role in how we identify ourselves as a black race. Garvey stressed on  education and self-reliance and justice and equality for all, especially the black race.  He stated that  “A people without knowledge of their past history, origin, and culture is like a tree without roots, and encouraged upward mobility, up ye mighty race and emancipate yourself from mental slavery, none but ourselves can free our minds”.  He was an inspired race leader who called upon blacks to seek their own ‘place in the sun’, proclaiming equality of the black race for the creation of independent legal and educational systems. He taught the people self-sufficiency through several business enterprises that still stand in Jamaican people today. Garvey’s legacy served as an integral force in building confidence and acceptance of diversity. He empowered the black race to believe in their abilities to create change.(Cengage,2018)

As stated in Plato’s allegory of the cave people were in the dark, manipulated by” the powers that be” but  Marcus Garvey believed justice was for all in a just society and fought for equal rights and Justice which we are living today. (Cengage,2018)

Conclusion

We have come a far way from the “cave” mentality. We however still have a long way to go. We have highlighted the power of education and the opportunities it creates for us as Jamaican people to take back our power and tap into the greatness within us. We cannot deny the spiritual and moral compass that aided the development of justice and indeed provides strong arms in helping us demonstrate equality.  The just society is not just a romantic mystical vision that is beyond reach but rather it can be achieved through education, wisdom and equity.

Presenting Issues

Short Term Goals

Techniques 

Intervention 

Issues with gender identity/sexual orientation 

To help Troy become comfortable exploring his gender beliefs and to reorient him to male gender identity/roles

Acting on Rational Beliefs- This will help the client identify rational beliefs about self /identity and act out those beliefs.

Community Male Mentorship Program-Client will attend a male mentorship program at his church or in the community that will provide a safe space of acceptance and give him a new frame of reference of the appreciation for male gender identity and roles.

Low Self-worth 

To provide Troy with tools to build a higher self-esteem

Disputing- This will help the client to identify irrational beliefs about self and situation and be able to replace those self-defeating beliefs with positive and logical disputes.

Self-Esteem/emotional healing- This will provide a source for catharsis for client to release, process and manage pent up feelings 

Bullying/physical assault 

To reduce instances of bullying and physical assault targeted at Troy

Problem Solving this is where client identify issues /contributing factors in a situation and identity steps to solve problem.

Assertiveness Training- this involves teaching client skills that supports his rights without violating the rights of others.

Help to encourage and establish safety and security measures within school

Restorative group sessions- this can be used 

Sexual Molestation

To help Troy and family members understand and accept the negative and legal issues regarding sexual molestation. 

Problem Solving- This is where client identify issues /contributing factors in a situation and identity steps to solve problem.

Reporting/legal support

Low academic performance 

To help Troy employ strategies to assist him in doing better in academic subjects 

Bibliotherapy- Provide helpful study tips/materials and career test for client to help create a new frame of reference for studying and building a career path.

Teach better study habits

Frequency/Duration: Troy to begin therapy at least once per week and keep a journal to track