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Homework: Racism
Many people think of racism as perpetuated by individual prejudices and attitudes. If you yourself do not exhibit or experience overt prejudiced attitudes, you may think of racism as having no impact on your life. Look around you, however, and you will notice evidence of segregation and racism-in the layout of neighborhoods, the demographics of schools, the opportunities for employment and wealth. It touches everyone.
Additionally, racism is not always shown in dramatic and conscious actions such as hate crimes, hate speech, and discrimination. Rather, it can be reflected in casual, everyday interactions. This everyday racism is particularly toxic because it is often dismissed as "the way life is" or "the way the world works." Social workers like you can work to change that narrative by fighting both individual and institutional racism by engaging in anti-racist practice.
For this homework, you provide an example of racism and consider the practice level at which it might best be addressed: micro, mezzo, or macro.
To prepare:
1. Review the Learning Resources on racial identity development and racism.
2. Consider examples of racism that occur in this country today. You may look to newspapers, media, and other current sources.
Task
1. Provide an example of racism that occurs in the United States today.
2. Although many people argue that the United States has made progress in lowering and even eradicating racism, what efforts still need to be made to end racism? Get the instant assignment help.
3. Describe a micro, mezzo, or macro level change that could address your racism example.
Reflection:
1. Identify and explain the type of racism. (mother of a teenage boy, often find herself worrying about my son's safety; he faces the threat of racial profiling)
2. Identify any challenges/barriers to implementing the micro, mezzo, or macro. Would this type of racism be better addressed at a different level of practice? (The educational inequity faced by students of color, particularly in K-12 schools; Black and Hispanic schools receive significantly less funding than those in predominantly white neighborhoods, leading to disparities in resources, facilities, and educational opportunities)