All society is governed by norms, unwritten rules and etiquette – this is where power and privilege exist.
Privilege is a set of rules that provides unearned access to resources for some people, while restricting access to it for other people.
For example, there are no rules saying women cannot get paid the same as men, and yet it happens.
There is a balance between privilege and disadvantage, and there are different rules for different cultures.
Privilege and power
Privilege and power influence the way you manage and make decisions in intimate partner relationships.
Some people are fully aware of it and use it intentionally as a believed sense of entitlement, while others are unaware they have it or are even using it.
We’ve created a check your privilege test where you can identify any privilege that could be influencing certain elements of your relationship.
Check your privilege
Discuss with your partner and explore what impact, if any, privilege may be having on each other, your finances, and the overall health of your relationship. Part one – Preparing for the conversation Part two – Talking about money AUT Finance Department “Quote from anonymous person who has found this program really beneficial”
Quiz: Check your privilege
This activity is not about blame or finger-pointing, but simply an opportunity for increased awareness and understanding of the power dynamics that occur in all relationships.
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