likhetsmål
Likhetsmål is a Swedish term used in political and policy discourse to describe objectives aimed at creating or preserving equality among people or groups. The word combines likhet (equality) with mål (goal or target) and is used across government documents, academic analyses, and public debate to refer to stated intentions to reduce disparities or secure fair treatment.
Contexts include welfare policy, education, labor market policy, healthcare, taxation, and anti-discrimination law, where likhetsmål appear
Debates distinguish between formal equality (equal treatment in procedures) and substantive equality (equal outcomes). Some argue
Limitations and criticisms include potential conflicts with efficiency, the difficulty of measuring progress, and the risk
See also: jämlikhet, likabehandling, likvärdighet, equality policy.