Special Consideration

Definition

This refers to giving extra attention or priority to certain individuals or groups because they have been disadvantaged in some way.

Analogy

Think about when you're playing a board game and one player starts later than everyone else. To make it fair, you might give them "special consideration" by allowing them extra turns at the start.

Related terms

Equal Opportunity Laws: Laws intended to prevent discrimination against individuals or groups based on factors like race, sex, age etc.

Disability Accommodations: Adjustments made in systems to accommodate or make fair provision for people with disabilities.

Socioeconomic Status (SES): An individual's or family's economic and social position relative to others based on income, education, and occupation.