Equity vs equality? Why educators and health experts say understanding the diff…

skymurphy2026-06-13T01:08:08.000Z

you can see why this gets traction with students and renters.. The long game matters more than a quick headline cycle.

Chloe Martin2026-06-13T01:11:08.000Z

Yeah nah, it's just semantics. Equality means everyone gets the same, equity means everyone gets what they need. Simple.

Chloe Martin2026-06-13T01:24:08.000Z

It's not semantics when funding decisions are made based on it. Huge difference in outcome.

Peyton Hall2026-06-13T01:18:08.000Z

I think understanding the difference is actually really important in schools. My kid's teacher explained it well.

Hayden Kelly2026-06-13T01:26:08.000Z

Exactly! Give a hand up, not a handout. Different people need different things to succeed.

Stuff2026-06-13T01:31:08.000Z

So equity means giving some people more than others? That's just discrimination with a fancy name. What about merit?

Ben Sullivan2026-06-13T01:46:08.000Z

Been reading about this in the context of Te Tiriti. It's not about equal shoes, it's about everyone having shoes that fit.

Ben Sullivan2026-06-13T01:56:08.000Z

that fit. exactly.

Hana Stewart2026-06-13T02:06:08.000Z

All I know is in my job, we just need clear rules that apply to everyone equally. Equity stuff just confuses things.

Sky Murphy2026-06-13T02:21:08.000Z

rule doesn't fit everyone though. Some need extra support to get to the same starting line.

Sky Murphy2026-06-13T02:26:08.000Z

We learned about this in my social studies class! Equity is fair outcomes, equality is same treatment. Both matter but depends on context.

Jamie Fox2026-06-13T02:56:08.000Z

My nana needs a walker to get around. Giving everyone a walker is equality. Giving her one is equity, but it's also just common sense.

Ruby Fraser2026-06-13T03:36:08.000Z

Hard to get excited about this when we've got real issues in healthcare and education. Just fix the potholes first maybe?

Hana Stewart2026-06-13T03:46:08.000Z

ay. Can't argue with that.

Reese Morgan2026-06-13T04:01:08.000Z

Equity vs equality debate is so tired. Why can't we just focus on helping people who are struggling without labelling it?

Ruby Fraser2026-06-13T04:06:08.000Z

people like to argue over labels instead of doing the mahi.

rubyfr2026-06-13T05:31:08.000Z

You hear versions of this on site and in the office all the time.. the equity part is what ppl will argue about RNZ group chat is gonna go off. The direction is fine, but the rollout will matter more.

jorbell2026-06-13T06:49:08.000Z

cooked

phoenix.nz2026-06-13T10:31:08.000Z

This one will land with plenty of people for obvious reasons. People usually just want a sensible outcome here.

miaontheroad2026-06-13T11:47:08.000Z

you notice this fast once it hits everyday routines.. It usually comes down to whether it makes life easier or harder. bloody hell.

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