My name is Jihanne Adelson, and I am 19 years old. I'm actually studying in the Social Service in the Cegep Marie-Victorin. I have created this glossary to people that know more and also for people who are planning to get in the program soon. This will help to familiarize with the vocabulary of this program. In this glossary there will be around 20 terms, each of these terms is going to have their definition, an audio of the pronunciation to found out to say it properly, and an example to discover how to use it in a sentence.
coercive control
noun
Coercive control is an act, or a pattern of acts, of assault, threats, humiliation and intimidation that abusers use to harm, punish or frighten survivors. It doesn't relate to a single incident – it is a purposeful pattern of behaviour.
Example: As a victim of coercive control, she struggled to recognize the abuse because it involved subtle threats and emotional manipulation rather than physical violence.
fr: contrôle coercitif
communication
culture
noun
Culture encompasses the shared beliefs, values, traditions, social norms, and behaviors of a group of people, acting as a framework for their worldview and way of life.
Example: Traveling abroad helped her appreciate the rich culture and traditions of different countries.
fr: culture
empathy
noun
The ability to understand and share the feelings of another.
Example: Her ability to listen carefully and show empathy made her an excellent counselor.
fr: empathie
host family
noun
A host family is a family that provides lodging and meals, often to an international student or visitor, acting as a temporary "family" for them while they are away from their own home.
Example: During her study abroad program, she stayed with a welcoming host family that helped her experience the local culture firsthand.
fr: famille d'acceuil
intervention
noun
The action or process of intervening.
Example: In these interventions, Mrs. Jackson started to open up more.
fr: intervention
landlord
noun
A person who rents land, a building, or an apartment to a tenant.
Example: The landlord agreed to fix the leaky faucet after the tenant filed a maintenance request.
manifestation
noun
an event, action, or object that clearly shows or embodies something, especially a theory or an abstract idea.
Example: The protest was a powerful manifestation of the people's demand for equal rights and justice.
fr: manifestation
Maslow's pyramid
noun
Is a motivational theory in psychology that explains human behavior through a series of five levels of needs.
Example: According to Maslow’s pyramid, basic needs like food and safety must be met before individuals can focus on achieving self-actualization.
fr: pyramide de Maslow
misogyny
noun
Dislike of, contempt for, or ingrained prejudice against women.
Example: The film sparked controversy for its portrayal of women, with critics accusing it of promoting misogyny
fr: misogynie
non-profit organization
noun
An entity that is not focused on generating profit for its owners or shareholders, but rather operates for a specific purpose that benefits the public good or a particular cause.
Example: She volunteers at a non-profit organization that provides meals to families in need.
fr: organisation à but non lucratif
poverty
noun
A state or condition in which a person or household lacks resources to meet basic needs, such as food, shelter, and clothing.
Example: Many families in the region continue to struggle with poverty despite efforts to improve access to education and healthcare.
fr: pauvreté
racism
noun
prejudice, discrimination, or antagonism by an individual, community, or institution against a person or people on the basis of their membership in a particular racial or ethnic group, typically one that is a minority or marginalized.
Example: Racism can manifest in many forms, affecting individuals and communities in profound and lasting ways.
fr: racisme
rape culture
noun
Rape culture is defined as a set of behaviors, values, and beliefs that normalize, trivialize, or make light of sexual violence and undermine consent.
Example: Activists are working to dismantle rape culture by challenging victim-blaming attitudes and promoting consent education.
fr: rape culture
respect
noun
Due regard for the feelings, wishes, rights, or traditions of others.
Example: Showing respect for different cultures is essential in today’s globalized world.
fr: respect
rights
noun
Rights are legal, social, or ethical principles that allow individuals to act or be treated in a certain way.
Example: Every child has the right to a safe and supportive learning environment.
fr: droits
self-opening
noun
Self-opening" generally refers to the ability of something to open automatically, without manual intervention.
Example: The self-opening umbrella was a convenient solution during the sudden rainstorm.
fr: ouverture de soi
sexism
noun
Sexism, prejudice or discrimination based on sex or gender, especially against women and girls.
Example: The company implemented new training programs to address and prevent sexism in the workplace.
fr: sexisme
social class
noun
A division of a society based on social and economic status.
Example: Access to quality education often varies depending on a student's social class, creating long-term inequalities.
fr: classe sociale
social roles
noun
Social roles refer to the behavior patterns expected of individuals in different situations and settings based on their specific position within a social unit. These roles come with rights, responsibilities, expectations, and social norms.
Example: From a young age, children learn social roles through observation, family expectations, and cultural norms.
