The Big Question: What is the difference between equality and equity?
In the top graphic everyone is experiencing equality, as everyone is provided with the same bike. However, when you take a closer look, what do you notice? You may notice that there is only one person who is actually enjoying and benefiting from this bike. Everyone else is either sitting out or looks extremely uncomfortable and won’t be able to enjoy the bike ride.
The bottom graphic illustrates equity – everyone is given a bike, however the bike they are given is customized to their individual needs. The cost of the bikes may be different and require a different amount of energy to produce, however it ensures that everyone is able to enjoy the bike ride.
This concept is a key pillar that my consulting services takes into account when constructing training programs, and service lines.