Class Privilege

Class privilege refers to the unearned advantages or benefits that individuals receive simply because they belong to a certain social or economic class. For example, people from higher-income classes may have easier access to quality education, healthcare, and networking opportunities, which can lead to greater success and comfort. These privileges are often invisible to those who have them, but they create disparities by giving some individuals advantages based solely on their social class, rather than personal effort or merit. Recognizing class privilege helps to understand social inequalities and promotes fairness.