Accommodations Quote by Rona Ambrose
“I think there should be some way to find some kind of reasonable accommodation that allows the state to continue to say, you know, that women's rights supersede any kind of a cultural custom that's oppressive to women, but also potentially allows a woman to take the oath, I don't know, in a separate room. It would be up to the court to find some kind of cultural accommodation.”
About This Quote
Source Parliamentary debate on cultural accommodation for women, Canada, 2019
Balancing women's rights with cultural customs may require legal accommodations, such as separate oath rooms.
In simple terms: Legal flexibility can respect both rights and traditions.
Seek inclusive policies that protect rights.
Themes
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Type
When to use this quote
- court rulings
- religious ceremonies
- public office
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Can accommodations truly be neutral?
- How to avoid tokenism?
Potential for segregation or unequal treatment.