Social Justice
Begin with the least among us; oppose structures of exclusion.
"Social justice begins with the least among us."
— Magnifica Humanitas, 77-81
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From the Encyclical
Look first at impact on the vulnerable - the poor, migrants, those excluded from digital access. Justice requires shaping design from the outset, not just distributing after.
Use in Your Compass
Include this principle as one of your family's guiding principles.
Create Compass →Related principles
Common Good
Seek what benefits everyone, not just efficiency or individual advantage.
MH 59-64
Universal Destination of Goods
Digital goods - algorithms, data, platforms - are meant for all.
MH 65-67
Subsidiarity
Decisions at the closest level possible; empower families to decide.
MH 68-72
Solidarity
We are interconnected; the future of each is tied to the future of all.
MH 73-76
Integral Human Development
Growth in all dimensions: spiritual, cultural, moral, relational.
MH 82-85
Dignity of Work
Work is essential to human dignity — automation and AI must serve workers, not the reverse.
MH 148-156
Truth
Truth is a common good, not the property of those with power.
MH 132-138