Interwoven with the cycle of denial of racism, white culture also uses a variety of methods to defend our culture. And of course, we do. From early education to adulthood, we are conditioned to believe in our own exceptionalism while remaining ignorant of other cultures... Continue reading
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Anyone involved in antiracism work will tell you that built into White Culture is denial. Those who oppose Affirmative Action often rely on denial as a cornerstone of their argument. I can already hear the counterarguments that Affirmative Action unfairly benefits black and brown folks... Continue reading
Breaking loose from White Culture’s self-defense mechanism requires significant emotional jarring, as it is deeply ingrained within its very fabric. It often amazes me how frequently videos of how systems of capitalism or communism are the problem, how often we complain about how black and... Continue reading
Climate change is a pressing concern for many of us. We constantly hear about toxic chemicals, greenhouse gasses, and the need to transition to alternative sources of energy. However, it’s crucial to understand why we find ourselves in this predicament and where we should begin... Continue reading
Since the early ages of European colonization, our relationship with the Earth has been tenuous and disconnected. If your parents don’t show you love and care for who you are. Then you naturally develop a mentality and behaviors that are rebellious and lack concern for... Continue reading
When you look at the news, there is usually an allotted time set aside for the feel good story. Someone helping others, or someone who overcame unusually difficult circumstances to achieve greatness. That story most of the time is at the end of the news... Continue reading
Colonization has had a profound and lasting impact on the mental health of individuals and societies. The trauma and psychological damage inflicted by colonization can be seen in various forms of mental illness and social dysfunction that continue to plague affected communities today. How do... Continue reading
How do you seek and receive information about people and cultures? Is it in the news? Education? Do you drive to their neighborhoods and visit? When you eat their food at their restaurants or if possible, go to the countries, what is your approach like?... Continue reading
Currently love is mostly defined as an intense feeling of desire, affection, and enjoyment. and not a movement. When looking up the definition of love as to how it is demonstrated. At Race For What we see love as an action. Love (as a verb)... Continue reading
2023 is here and at Race For What we want to focus on what can come from showing more love this year and from now onward. One thing that the Covid 19 disruption did is it allowed us to see problems that exist in how... Continue reading
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