Capitalism and Class
Designed to create inequality, capitalism is a root cause of health inequity. Looking for the full Course 5? Access Course 5 here.
Purpose and Overview
Capitalism is the prevailing political economic system in the United States, directly impacting the health and well-being of its citizens. The quest for economic growth and capital accumulation incentivizes the exploitation of people and the degradation of the environment. This course will examine class and capitalism, and their roles in creating and sustaining ongoing wealth and income inequality. Without access to material and economic resources, the vast majority of society increasingly struggles to maintain a standard of life conducive to sustainable well-being. We will close this course by identifying specific strategies to challenge capitalism as a root cause of health inequities.
Course 5 Highlights
Next Steps
Learn together about the roots of health inequity by starting a group for your organization. Our course provides step-by-step guidance on how to facilitate healthy dialogue and exploration.
Enroll in the Independent Learners group and complete the course with a community of learners interested in health equity.