Student AffairsPursuing a career that aligns with SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities helps promote social, economic, and political inclusion. This goal focuses on reducing disparities within and among countries. Learn how your work can foster fairness and equality.
The Goal: Reduced Inequalities
This goal aims to reduce inequality within and among countries. Key objectives include achieving and sustaining income growth of the bottom 40% of the population at a rate higher than the national average, ensuring equal opportunity and reducing inequalities of outcome, and enhancing representation and voice for developing countries in decision-making in global international economic and financial institutions.
The Work
Achieving SDG 10 involves reducing income inequality within and among countries, ensuring equal opportunities, and eliminating discriminatory practices. It requires implementing progressive taxation, social protection policies, and wage policies. Promoting financial inclusion, access to education and healthcare, and addressing barriers faced by marginalized groups are crucial. International cooperation and fair trade practices can help reduce global inequalities.
The Skills
Below is a list of key skills that are in demand for careers related to SDG 10. While it is not necessary to master all of these skills, familiarity with them can enhance your readiness and competitiveness in the job market
- Empathy
- Advocacy
- Communication Skills
- Policy Understanding
- Community Engagement
- Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Cultural Awareness
- Networking
- Legal Literacy
Engagement with Queen's and Kingston
You can contribute to SDG 10 by advocating for policies that promote social and economic equality, supporting organizations that assist marginalized communities, and volunteering with programs that offer educational and employment opportunities to underprivileged groups. Promoting inclusive attitudes and raising awareness about the importance of reducing inequality are additional ways to make a meaningful impact.
Volunteering in Kingston
Past QUIP Internships
- Indigenous Youth Research Associate
- Change Canada - Regulatory Operations, Policy and Emerging Science Division
- Co-Op Student - Regulatory EU and International submission
- Global Regulatory Technical Platform, Analytical Sciences
- Junior Regulatory Development Officer
- Student, Regulatory Compliance
- Business & Client Services - Analyst, Risk and Control Governance
- Investment Analyst, Public Equities Internship
Sample Undergraduate Courses
- ENSC 321 Environmental Justice in Global Context
- DEVS 101 Development in Global Perspective
- DEVS 102 Canada in the World
Sample Graduate Courses
- EDUC 857 Social Inequity in Education: A Global Perspective
- LAW 853 Law and Poverty
- SOCY935 Criminalization, Social Control and Punishment
- SOCY936 Intersectionality, Inequality, Power
Career Possibilities
- Human Rights Officer
- Community Outreach Worker
- Diversity and Inclusion Trainer
- Mental Health Counselor
- Microfinance Officer
- Economic Development Specialist
- Digital Inclusion Specialist
- Sociologist
- Economist
- Public Policy Researcher
- Equity Officer
- Social Impact Consultant
- Social Equity Policy Analyst
- Mayor or Local Politician
- Cultural Studies Teacher
Corporations, NGOs, and Government Agencies
Corporations can help reduce inequality by implementing inclusive business practices that ensure equal opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background. This includes promoting diversity and inclusion in hiring, providing equitable wages, and supporting marginalized communities through targeted initiatives. By advocating for fair trade and ethical supply chains, companies can contribute to reducing economic disparities. Furthermore, corporations can engage in policy dialogue and partnerships to address systemic issues and create a more equitable and just society.
- Indigenous Services Canada (ISC)
- Gender-based Analysis Plus (GBA Plus)
- Statistics Canada
