DD102 Introducing the Social Sciences

Discuss some of the ways in which the ability of people to make and remake their lives is characterised by inequality

Self-determination and agency depend on the ability to make and modify decisions. It shows that people can take ownership of their lives and achieve their ambitions. However, agency to shape one's life is not dispersed equitably. It's characterised by inequality, with some people having more freedom and control than others. This discrepancy is caused by many factors, including socioeconomic position, race or ethnicity, gender, age, and location.