Cognitive justice, as conceptualized by Vanessa Andreotti, refers to the equitable recognition and valuation of diverse ways of knowing, understanding, and making sense of the world. It is an ethical commitment to acknowledging and respecting the plurality of epistemic frameworks, especially those of marginalized or historically oppressed communities. Cognitive justice challenges the dominance of Western epistemology and seeks to create spaces for co-existence and dialogue among different knowledge systems, fostering an inclusive and collaborative approach to understanding complex global issues. This concept underscores the importance of epistemic plurality in addressing social and educational inequalities and calls for a decolonial approach that appreciates the contributions and perspectives of all cultural and intellectual traditions.

See also: cultural supremacy, economic justice, indigenous people, power relation, white supremacy