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Ethnic Discrimination

Ethnic discrimination refers to the unfair treatment or negative attitudes directed towards individuals based on their ethnic or racial background. It manifests in various forms, including social exclusion, biased hiring practices, and differential treatment in legal or educational contexts.

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Ethnic discrimination is a pervasive issue that affects individuals and communities worldwide. It involves unfair treatment based on ethnicity, leading to social exclusion and inequality. Understanding the roots and manifestations of ethnic discrimination is crucial for fostering a more inclusive so...

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Key Terms

Ethnicity
A social group that shares a common and distinctive culture, language, or religion.

Example: The Hispanic community in the United States.

Prejudice
Preconceived opinion not based on reason or actual experience.

Example: Assuming someone is untrustworthy based on their ethnicity.

Stereotyping
Oversimplified and fixed ideas about a group of people.

Example: Believing all members of a certain ethnicity behave the same way.

Discrimination
Unjust treatment of different categories of people, often based on race, age, or sex.

Example: Refusing to hire someone because of their ethnic background.

Social Justice
The view that everyone deserves equal economic, political, and social rights.

Example: Advocating for equal pay for all ethnic groups.

Cultural Diversity
The existence of a variety of cultural or ethnic groups within a society.

Example: A city with a mix of different ethnic restaurants and festivals.

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Racial Discrimination
Focuses on unfair treatment based on race, closely related to ethnic discrimination.
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Understanding and interacting effectively with diverse cultures.
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Key Concepts

PrejudiceStereotypingSocial JusticeCultural Diversity