Racism

Racism is the belief that one racial group is superior to another, and the actions that result from these beliefs. It can manifest in many forms, including discrimination, prejudice, and segregation. Racism can affect individuals on both a personal and institutional level, and it can have far-reaching consequences for individuals and communities.

Racism is based on the idea that certain characteristics or traits, such as skin color, are inherent indicators of intelligence, worth, or other qualities. This idea has been used to justify discrimination, exclusion, and violence against racial and ethnic minority groups throughout history.

Efforts to combat racism may involve promoting understanding, respect, and inclusion across different racial and ethnic groups, and working to dismantle the systems and structures that contribute to discrimination and inequality. This may involve education and awareness campaigns, policy changes, and community organizing and activism. It may also involve acknowledging and addressing the ways in which one’s own biases and privileges may contribute to racism.