Overview
The social construction of race is a critical concept in understanding how societies categorize individuals based on perceived physical traits. This categorization is not rooted in biology but is shaped by historical, cultural, and social contexts. By recognizing that race is a social construct, we ...
Key Terms
Example: People may identify as Black, White, Asian, etc.
Example: Hispanic or Latino refers to a cultural group.
Example: Discriminatory hiring practices.
Example: European powers colonizing Africa.
Example: How race, gender, and class overlap.
Example: Wearing traditional clothing without understanding its significance.
Related Topics
Racial Identity
Explores how individuals identify with their racial group and the implications of that identity.
intermediateCultural Studies
Examines cultural practices and their impact on society, including race and ethnicity.
intermediateSocial Justice
Focuses on the fight against inequality and discrimination in society.
advancedKey Concepts
Race as a social conceptHistorical contextImpact on identitySystemic racism