Types of racism
How many types of racism are there?
4
When is it okay to say a slur?
Never
Is white supremacy still here today
yes
This term describes efforts to accurately represent people of color in media and literature.
Diversity or representation
What is colorism?
Discrimination based on peoples skin tone
What is individual racism?
Racist ideas within a person
When is it okay to repeat a slur?
White supremacy is trying to say what group is supreme
White people
Educational programs that teach about historical accuracy and cultural sensitivity aim to combat this practice.
Whitewashing
Which skin tone is considered “better”?
Lighter (white)
What is the name for racism between people?
Interpersonal racism
How might someone feel if they’re called a slur?
Sad
What is white supremacy
The belief white people are superior to others racial groups
What is whitewashing?
Whitewashing is when something is changed to make it seem more "white" or to minimize the presence and contributions of non-white people.
What does colorism affect?
Beauty standards, opportunities, and social status.
What is the name for racist ideas in our society?
Structural racism
Who’s affected by slurs?
Everyone
What has white supremacy been used to justify
racism
Whitewashing in Hollywood often erases the representation of this group of people, affecting their visibility in media.
People of color
What is colorism?
Discrimination based on peoples skin tone
What are the four types of racism?
Individual, interpersonal, institutional, structural
Why are slurs used?
To dehumanize people/put them down
These rules were based in white supremacy and separated people in the 1950s and 60s
segregation
Some beauty brands have been accused of whitewashing by promoting this as the standard of beauty.
Lighter or fairer skin
What does colorism stem from?
Historical biases and racism