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Concept of discrimination based on rank

Rankism is a term coined by Robert W. Fuller to describe discrimination or abuse based on a person's rank in a particular hierarchy. It is a form of social discrimination that can occur in various settings, including the workplace, educational institutions, and social organizations.

Definition[edit]

Rankism is defined as the abuse of the power inherent in a rank to exploit, demean, or disadvantage others. It is a form of bullying that is often overlooked because it is embedded in the hierarchical structure of organizations and societies.

Examples[edit]

Rankism can manifest in various forms, such as:

A manager belittling an employee in front of others.
A professor dismissing a student's question as unworthy of attention.
A doctor ignoring a nurse's input during a medical procedure.

Impact[edit]

The impact of rankism can be profound, leading to decreased morale, reduced productivity, and increased turnover in organizations. It can also contribute to a toxic work environment and mental health issues among those who are targeted.

Prevention[edit]

Preventing rankism involves promoting a culture of respect and equality within organizations. This can be achieved through:

Leadership training that emphasizes empathy and inclusivity.
Establishing clear policies against rank-based discrimination.
Encouraging open communication and feedback from all levels of the hierarchy.

References[edit]

External links[edit]

Breaking Ranks - A website dedicated to addressing rankism.

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-'''Rankism''' is a form of [[discrimination]] or [[bullying]] that is based on a person's rank in a particular hierarchy. It can occur in various settings, such as the workplace, schools, and social situations. Rankism can involve a range of behaviors, from overt acts of discrimination to more subtle forms of disrespect or devaluation.
-==Definition==
+{{Short description|Concept of discrimination based on rank}}
-[[Robert W. Fuller]], a former president of Oberlin College, coined the term "rankism" in the late 1990s. He defines it as "abusive, discriminatory, or exploitative behavior towards people because of their rank in a particular hierarchy". Rankism can be manifested in various forms, such as bullying, humiliation, and exclusion.
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-==Forms of Rankism==
+'''Rankism''' is a term coined by [[Robert W. Fuller]] to describe [[discrimination]] or [[abuse]] based on a person's rank in a particular [[hierarchy]]. It is a form of [[social discrimination]] that can occur in various settings, including the workplace, educational institutions, and social organizations.
-Rankism can take many forms, including but not limited to:
-* '''[[Workplace bullying]]''': This is a form of rankism where an employee is subjected to persistent mistreatment from others in the workplace that causes either physical or emotional harm.
+==Definition==
-* '''[[Educational discrimination]]''': This form of rankism occurs when students are treated unfairly based on their academic performance or social status.
+Rankism is defined as the [[abuse]] of the power inherent in a rank to exploit, demean, or disadvantage others. It is a form of [[bullying]] that is often overlooked because it is embedded in the [[hierarchical structure]] of organizations and societies.
-* '''[[Social discrimination]]''': This form of rankism occurs when individuals are treated unfairly based on their social status or position in society.
-==Effects of Rankism==
+==Examples==
-The effects of rankism can be profound and long-lasting. It can lead to [[stress]], [[anxiety]], and [[depression]], and can also affect a person's self-esteem and self-worth. In the workplace, rankism can lead to a toxic work environment, decreased productivity, and high turnover rates.
+Rankism can manifest in various forms, such as:
+* A [[manager]] belittling an [[employee]] in front of others.
+* A [[professor]] dismissing a student's question as unworthy of attention.
+* A [[doctor]] ignoring a [[nurse]]'s input during a medical procedure.
-==Combating Rankism==
+==Impact==
-Combating rankism involves promoting [[equality]], [[respect]], and [[dignity]] for all individuals, regardless of their rank in a particular hierarchy. This can be achieved through education, policy changes, and promoting a culture of respect and dignity.
+The impact of rankism can be profound, leading to decreased [[morale]], reduced [[productivity]], and increased [[turnover]] in organizations. It can also contribute to a [[toxic work environment]] and [[mental health]] issues among those who are targeted.
-[[File:Rankism.jpg|thumb|right|200px|A depiction of rankism, showing the imbalance of power and respect in a hierarchical structure.]]
+==Prevention==
+Preventing rankism involves promoting a culture of [[respect]] and [[equality]] within organizations. This can be achieved through:
+* [[Leadership training]] that emphasizes [[empathy]] and [[inclusivity]].
+* Establishing clear [[policies]] against rank-based discrimination.
+* Encouraging [[open communication]] and [[feedback]] from all levels of the hierarchy.
 ==See also==
+* [[Bullying]]
 * [[Discrimination]]
-* [[Bullying]]
+* [[Hierarchy]]
-* [[Workplace bullying]]
+* [[Power dynamics]]
-* [[Social inequality]]
+==References==
+{{Reflist}}
+==External links==
+* [https://www.breakingranks.net/ Breaking Ranks] - A website dedicated to addressing rankism.
 [[Category:Discrimination]]
-[[Category:Bullying]]
 [[Category:Social issues]]
-[[Category:Workplace]]
+[[Category:Power (social and political)]]
+[[Category:Abuse]]
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