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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…” quote by Rona Ambrose
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“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.”

Rona Ambrose

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.

Key Takeaway

Seek inclusive policies that protect rights.

Themes

rights culture law accommodation

Mood

thoughtful critical

Type

policy legal

When to use this quote

  • court rulings
  • religious ceremonies
  • public office
  • education

Key Concepts

legal precedent human rights

Questions to Reflect On

  • Can accommodations truly be neutral?
  • How to avoid tokenism?
A Different Perspective

Potential for segregation or unequal treatment.

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