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Social Class and How Classism Shows Up
Socioeconomic status and classism are not typically topics discussed in schools, communities or society. In fact, social class is often hidden and is a “taboo” subject. However, social class is an important aspect of identity and classism manifests among individuals and institutions in a myriad of ways, causing harm and injustice. This lesson provides an opportunity for students to learn and understand what socioeconomic status and classism are, explore how classism shows up in societal institutions and reflect on how classism can be addressed.
Understanding Racism and Embracing Anti-Racism
Racism is all around us and permeates every aspect of our culture and society–from racist symbols and slurs, excluding people based on race, microaggressions, stereotypical or lack of representation in media portrayals and the discrimination faced by people of color in every institution in our society. Anti-racism offers a helpful way forward. The concept of anti-racism has a long history but has emerged in today’s conversations about racism, providing a way to talk about and actively fight against racism. This lesson provides an opportunity for students to understand the concepts of racism and anti-racism, reflect on examples of institutional racism and explore strategies for fostering anti-racism.