Overview
Subtle discrimination is a pervasive issue that often goes unnoticed in everyday life. It encompasses indirect actions and comments that can harm marginalized groups, such as microaggressions and implicit biases. Understanding these concepts is crucial for fostering a more inclusive society. By reco...
Key Terms
Example: A teacher may unknowingly favor students of a certain race.
Example: Asking a person of color where they are 'really' from.
Example: Disparities in education funding based on neighborhood wealth.
Example: Advocating for equal rights for all genders.
Example: A non-Black person advocating for Black rights.
Example: Hiring practices that favor one gender over another.
Related Topics
Implicit Bias
Understanding how unconscious biases affect our decisions and actions.
intermediateMicroaggressions
Exploring the impact of small, everyday discriminatory comments.
intermediateSocial Justice Movements
Examining historical and contemporary movements advocating for equality.
advancedCultural Competence
Learning to interact effectively with diverse cultures.
intermediateKey Concepts
implicit biasmicroaggressionssystemic inequalitysocial justice