Stereotype

2. Stereotype • “The idea that ‘all’ members of a group are the same, rather that individuals with differing abilities, personalities and values.” • Scottish people are stingy. • Teenagers are loud and obnoxious. • Koreans are good at math. • White men can’t jump. • Blondes are dumb.

3. Prejudice • From the words “Pre” and “Judge”. • In other words, “to have an opinion or image based on previously held ideas rather than knowledge or experience”. • It is when you agree with the stereotypes.

4. Discriminate • “To treat a particular group, or member of a particular group differently or unfairly.” It is based on prejudices. • For centuries women have been stereotypically viewed as being less intelligent, or incapable of doing things such as say math or science. They were to be “barefoot and pregnant in the kitchen”. This prejudicial attitude led to discrimination when it came to women of ability being allowed to hold down traditional male jobs that required math/science. And if they did get the job, women were paid less for doing the same job.

5. Racism • “The mistreatment of people on the basis of race, place of origin, or ancestry; belief that one group of people is inferior or superior to another.” • Racism is any action based on stereotypes that view all members of a racial, ethnic or cultural group as being the same, rather than individuals.

6. Racism and Prejudice in America

7. Do you think racism is a serious problem in American society?

8. 3 Forms of Racism • Cultural – “Ethnocentric” • Institutional • Individual

9. Cultural Racism • Ethnocentric – belief that one’s culture and beliefs are better than others. • “we” and “they” mentality where one’s own racial group is considered to be better than other groups • When the Europeans encountered Native North Americans it was inconceivable to them that natives were their equals. As well, it was believed that non-Europeans would want to be like them…superior.

10. Institutional Racism • The process by which organizational practices and procedures are used to either directly or indirectly discriminate against “others” • Rules, procedures, rewards and practices that have the intent or effect of excluding “others” • Example include: black individuals were regularly excluded from entry into theatres and restaurants. • De jure segregation • De facto segregation

11. Institutional Racism • Laws and practices that segregated minorities, especially blacks, from equal participation in American society until the 1960’s • Subjugation: • Process by which a minority group is denied equal access to the benefits of a society • De jure segregation: • Denial of equal access based on the law • De facto segregation: • Denial of equal access based on everyday practice

12. Individual Racism • The attitude, belief or opinion that one’s own racial group has superior values and customs • Personal attacks on others who are perceived as culturally or biologically inferior • Racial violence against individuals by groups with deep racial beliefs • Polite racism

13. Individual Racism – Polite??? • Most racism in Canada is considered to be “polite” racism • no racist comments are shared openly with others, derogatory comments instead are made in private • Attempt to disguise a dislike of others through a non-prejudicial appearance • Evident when turned down for jobs, promotions or accommodations; told job is full when it’s not • More sophisticated racism but serves the same purpose to control, exploit and exclude others

14. Raising Awareness • Since 1966, March 21st has been recognized as the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination by the United Nations • Initiated in response for the need to increase awareness of the harmful effects of racism

15. Raising Awareness

16. Discussion Questions • Is racist behaviour considered deviant in all situations?

17. Discussion Questions • Is racist behaviour considered deviant in all situations? • Is affirmative action “reverse discrimination” or an unfair advantage to members of minority groups?

18. Discussion Questions • Is racist behaviour considered deviant in all situations? • Is affirmative action “reverse discrimination” or an unfair advantage to members of minority groups? • Will events like Racism. Stop it! And other awareness programs be able to erase racism in our society? Why or why not?