upward mobility

noun

1. sociol the movement of an individual, social group, or class to a position of increased status or power Compare downward mobility See also horizontal mobility vertical mobility

upward mobility

1. Rising from a lower to a higher social class or status . ( See also social mobility .)

Example Sentences

“Latinos have been telling us for years they want an economic agenda and an upward mobility agenda and neither party has addressed that. The parties want to talk about border issues — about walls and family separation — and that’s fine. But that deals with people who aren’t even citizens and can’t vote.”

From Los Angeles Times

And because it’s socially acceptable for women to get work done, some even theorize that having Instagram Face denotes success and upward mobility.

From Slate

This is an obstacle to upward mobility for all Californians, especially young people — which in this state means especially Latinos, who are 40% of the population and make up more than half of residents under 18.

From Los Angeles Times

Experts say it is at the forefront of emerging trends in upward mobility programs for low-income Americans.

From New York Times

Speaking to a largely Black crowd of about 150 people, Ms. Harris laid out ways that she and President Biden have sought to improve Black Americans’ upward mobility and help them realize their business ambitions.

From New York Times