race - Sheet1 Flashcards
Letter and Meaning
How to Use in Practice
C - Context
Consider the situation in which the statement was made.
L - Listen
Pay attention to the exact words and tone used.
A - Ask
Use open-ended questions to gather more information.
R - Repeat
Paraphrase what you heard to ensure you understood correctly.
I - Inquire about Intent
Ask directly about their intentions or goals. Example questions:
F - Focus
Try to see things from their perspective.
Y - Yield
Give them time and space to fully explain their thoughts.
Examples of Subtle Racism in Housing
Biased housing policies and discrimination
Examples of Subtle Racism in Representation
Tokenism in various fields
Examples of Subtle Racism in Daily Interactions
Language microaggressions
Examples of Subtle Racism in Social Settings
Exclusion from social circles or networking opportunities
Examples of Subtle Racism in Law Enforcement
Racial profiling by law enforcement or security
Aspect
Description/Change
Covert Racism
A form of racial discrimination that is disguised and subtle
Definition
Racial discrimination hidden or rationalized in society
Historical Origin
Originated with racial inequality in the United States
Evolution
Shifted from overt discrimination to hidden biases
De Cardie Racism
Concept by John L. Jackson Jr., focusing on subtle racial biases
Effects
Empowers suppressors, diminishes rights of the oppressed
Detection Challenges
Requires new tools to identify covert racism
Belief Systems Challenge
Necessitates penetrating hidden beliefs
Rhetoric Challenge
Addressing empty rhetoric of racial equality
Time Period of Shift
Post-Civil Rights Movement
Key Characteristic
Hidden or rationalized nature of discrimination
Societal Impact
Perpetuates racial inequality in less obvious ways
Complexity of Addressing
More difficult to identify and combat than overt racism
Racial Paranoia
Distrust of political correctness, sense of hidden racism
Media Visibility
Increased visibility of Black Americans in mainstream media
Nature of Media Racism
Shifted from overt stereotypes to more subtle forms of bias
Media Representation
More diverse and complex portrayals of Black characters/stories
Black-focused Media
Growth in Black-owned and Black-focused media outlets
News Coverage
Evolved from ignoring racial issues to increased coverage
Media Platforms
New platforms allow for more diverse storytelling
Ongoing Media Challenges
Persistent issues with negative depictions, underrepresentation
Media’s Role
Increased awareness of media’s influence on racial perceptions
Critical Analysis
Greater examination of racial representations in media
