Systematic racism involves policies, practices, and norms within societal institutions (like education or law enforcement) that perpetuate racial inequality.
Imagine running a race where some runners start 100 meters ahead while others start from the beginning line. The race represents society, and those who started ahead represent groups privileged by systematic racism. Despite everyone now running together (equal opportunity), there was an unequal starting point (systematic racism).
Institutional Discrimination: This refers to unfair treatment of individuals resulting from policies or procedures within organizations or institutions.
Prejudice: Preconceived opinion about a person or group not based on reason or actual experience; often related with negative attitudes towards different racial/ethnic groups.
Stereotype Threat: A self-confirming concern that one will be evaluated based on a negative stereotype.
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