“How do we define racism?”

1. “How do we define racism?” Learning Objectives: To be able to understand the different definitions of racism. To be aware of different targets of racism and contexts in which it can occur. To be able to understand how different definitions of racism might be useful/ not useful in helping people understand and identify what racism is.

2. “What is racism?”

3. “What is racism?” • Think about…. • What does the term ‘racism’ mean to you? • What makes something racist? • Does there have to be a victim for something to be racist? • Is there more than one type of racism?

4. Race Equality Sandwell and the University of Kent conducted research with 1370 young people in secondary schools in Sandwell. They wanted to find out what they think about racism and their experiences of it. What is racism?

5. Being judged by your colour. What is racism? I think racism is anything to do with calling people offensive things. Racism is racial discrimination, discriminating against you or bullying you because you’re a different colour, religion or because you don’t come from their country. I think racism is like, making fun or not liking other people’s faiths because it’s different to your faith. • Think about…. • Is this a good definition of racism? • What do you think each quote means: e.g. what does being ‘judged’ mean – what would this look like?

6. “What is racism?” Are there any post-its you think should be moved? Are there any that you THOUGHT were discrimination or racism and now think are NOT either of these?

7. You can find out more about tackling racism in schools, by visiting www.tackling-racism.co.uk