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How to have a conversation about racism: A Social Psychological and Humanistic Perspective
- 1. Romona Banks, PHD HOW TO HAVE A CONVERSATION ABOUT RACISM: A SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGICAL AND HUMANISTIC PERSPECTIVE
- 2. What Is Racism 12 Gate Studios. (2017). Toni Morrison: What is racism. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EQcy361vB8
- 3. Agenda ■ A brief discussion of why we should discuss racism ■ A brief discussion of the racial tension/situations that are a catalyst of this discussion ■ The presenter’s perspective of having a conversation about racism and plausible solutions to work towards preventing racism ■ A Call to Action
- 4. What is Racism? Evans, T, (2020). What is systemic racism: Tony Evans. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7Rq 78jFiJg
- 7. The Catalyst of Racism: Jim Crow/White Supremacy Khan Academy. (2016). Jim Crow part 1: The Gilded Age (1865-1898). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b OVQYIGtqXk
- 8. WHY IS IT CHALLENGING TO HAVE A CONVERSATION ABOUT RACISM?
- 9. Why we Should Have a Conversation About Racism? The Kelly Clarkson Show. (2020). W. Kamau Bell urges people to overcome fear of race conversations. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcnOmlxaMrY
- 10. HOW CAN WE CONTRIBUTE TO THE PREVENTION OF RACISM?
- 11. Conversation Starters Jane Elliott’s Blue Eyes Brown Eyes Exercise Jane Elliott. (2019). https://janeelliott.com/workshop The Clarks’ Doll Study CNN. (2010). Inside the AC360 doll study. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYCz1ppTji M
- 12. We’re Making Progress 1965 Selma March Workneh, L. (2016).These Iconic Photos of the 1965 Selma March Give A Powerful Glimpse OfThe Historic Protest. https://www.huffpost.com/entry/photos-selma- march_n_6694900 2020 Protest at Alexanderplatz in Berlin Wikipedia. (2020). List of George Floyd protests outside of the United States. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_George_Floy d_protests_outside_the_United_States
- 13. A Call To Action “One thing I know for sure is when people get to know each other they can’t hate each other.” Janet Bell
- 14. First Cary’s Recommended Anti-Racism Resources https://firstcary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Recommended-Anti-Racism- Resources-from-First-UMC-Cary.pdf
- 15. References 12 Gate Studios. (2017). Toni Morrison: What is racism. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5EQcy361vB8 APA Dictionary of Psychology. Humanistic Perspective. https://dictionary.apa.org/humanistic-perspective CNN. (2010). Inside the AC360 doll study. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYCz1ppTjiM Evans, T, (2020). What is systemic racism: Tony Evans. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p7Rq78jFiJg Jane Elliott. (2019). https://janeelliott.com/workshop Khan Academy. (2016). Jim Crow part 1: The Gilded Age (1865-1898). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bOVQYIGtqXk The Kelly Clarkson Show. (2020). W. Kamau Bell urges people to overcome fear of race conversations. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcnOmlxaMrY Wikipedia. (2020). Social Psychology. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Social_psychology
Editor's Notes
- Greetings Everyone, thank you for viewing my presentation titled “How To Have A Conversation About Racism: A Social Psychological And Humanistic Perspective”
- In this video, Toni Morrison discusses her perspective/definition of racism.
- The purpose of this presentation is to discuss why we should have a conversation about racism, provide a brief discussion of the racial tension/situations that are/have been a catalyst of racism, provide a personal perspective of a conversation about racism and solutions to work towards preventing racism, and a call to action.
- In this video, Tony Evans defines and discusses racism.
- I believe that in order to understand/have a conversation regarding systemic racism, we should first define and discuss concepts that encompass racism. Although there are several concepts that can provide a foundation for a conversation regarding racism, I believe that social and humanistic psychology are two perspectives that can provide a good foundation for this topic. In the field of psychology, social psychology is the scientific study of how the thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of individuals are influenced by the actual, imagined, and implied presence of others (Wikipedia, 2020, para 1).
- The humanistic perspective is defined as “the assumption in psychology that people are essentially good and constructive, that the tendency toward self-actualization is inherent, and that, given the proper environment, human beings will develop to their maximum potential (para 1).” History has provided an adverse meaning of the humanistic perspective and have been supported by the definition and studies within the field of social psychology. Current thoughts and feelings, regarding racism within society, may have been impaired by past experiences that have created distrust due to systemic racism. The Jim Crow Era is most certainly a factor of systemic racism.
- The video above briefly shares information regarding Jim Crow (a catalyst to white supremacy/racism).
- Why is it challenging to have a conversation about racism? It is challenging to have a conversation about racism because of the hurt, humiliation, and lack of healing and trust that extends from slavery/Jim Crow. Discrimination, prejudice, and stereotypes toward African Americans may dissipate if individuals are educated on/understand African American culture (having an understanding/knowledge of an outgroup/another culture could decrease bias between groups). In the following video, Kamau Bell and Kelly Clarkson discuss how to have a conversation about racism.
- Insanity is defined as doing the same thing but hoping to gain different results (we keep facing the same racial injustice because we are either too hurt/uncertain about how to discuss the injustices and continuously request policies that can prevent those injustices). We may repeat the same historical events that cause distrust, hurt, frustration, and a lack of understanding if we do not have the conversations about racism and how we can start to move forward together despite the past.
- How can we contribute to the prevention of racism? “Trying Times” = This situation is so messed up; however, I don’t know what to say, so it’s probably best to say nothing at all. “Trying Times” is the common response because we have not been having the conversations, one side doesn’t know how to approach the conversation and the other side is too hurt/frustrated to discuss the conversation. Here is a genuine discussion between my friend and I, one that I believe is a good conversation starter regarding racism. My friend: “We are sad, disgusted and angry over Mr. Floyd's cruel and senseless death, yet we are determined not to lose hope that our country can find ways to heal from the wounds and pain that have been afflicted on our black citizens for too many years. We want to make a difference but don't know how we can make our voices heard beyond mere voting. We just feel that if each of us concerned citizens does our part, however small or large, that we can propel real change. We know that many before us had the same goal yet there's still so much to be done to force progress. In his powerful blog post, Mark Mason, CFO of Citibank, recommended donating to several organizations that fight injustice and [inequality] which we plan to do. What other actions can we take? “ My response to my friend: These are very trying times for us all (I teared up when I saw the marches/demonstrations in Europe and of course, every time I see the video clip of Mr. Floyd being killed, I really wished that I wouldn't have seen the video at ALL). We will get through this together, I have a strong hope that we will! Although it was traumatic, Mr. Floyd's death will not be in vain (black men have been endangered species since they arrived over 400 years ago, their deaths made obvious by being "low hanging fruit' on trees; however, there was no evidence as to how they met their demise back then (although we knew). Fast forward to the many freedom advocates we lost, of all hues, Black, White, and Brown (once again no evidential proof of "how" they lost their lives), and then we move forward to 1999, I believe this is when many of our communities got tired of the senseless killings and brutality and started speaking up (naturally, we spoke up/marched before then, also). Most importantly, we now have a means to capture these injustices (YES, the cellphone) and folk that are willing to speak up and advocate for victims, although it's sad that we have to endure this fight/movement in 2020, I most certainly see HOPE and BELIEVE that we have made a little progress. Think about it, there were NO repercussions for those that lynched others, however, now (although, they may not be prosecuted, which is sad), they are brought forth to the courts and their brutality is made known to everyone! We must continue to talk about the injustices, it may not prevent them, however, this MUST be a continuous conversation until there is a change!
- Jane Elliott and The Clark’s Experiments are good conversation starters for any audience. Jane Elliott is preferred for young to older adults and the Clark’s experiment is good for youth. If you are completing these experiments/have conversations regarding racism with a group, try to get a feel of everyone’s emotions before asking questions/engaging them in conversation regarding racism (someone that feels comfortable leading the conversation should lead the conversation). Please remember that some are still hurt about the past (hurt people hurt people, those that are hurt may hurt other’s feelings when asked questions) and others are just trying to understand and help, not intrude/add insult to injury. In this slide, a picture of Jane Elliott’s Blue Eyes-Brown Eyes Exercise is shared, in addition to a video of the Clark’s Doll Study. These two studies could be integrated into a classroom setting to have an in-depth conversation regarding racism. Additionally, having a video discussion, with either of these studies is another suggestion, either experiment could be viewed via video and then discussed, just as you would discuss a book.
- Despite the recent tragedy of lynching's/murders, we are making progress toward an “All Lives Matter” society. I share these two photos because in one, we have mostly black constituents, however, in the other picture, we have constituents in another country protesting for equality. Without a doubt, we are still seeking equality, however, I believe it is encouraging when the nation (there were protests all over the world after George Floyd’s lynching) recognizes that racism is an issue and we need to seek change to prevent it.
- A Call to Action. I heard a wonderful quote while watching United Shades of America. “One thing I know for sure is when people get to know each other they can’t hate each other” -Janet Bell. I believe that quote is so profound, powerful, and true! When we do not take the time to get to know each other/the culture, it’s so easy to not have a care for/to hate another. However, when we at least try to understand/get to know each other, it’s a plausible solution to curve/prevent hate, which could also prevent racism. What is your take-away from this presentation? How will you contribute to preventing racism? I will continue to have the conversation about racism with whomever seeks to have the conversation. I will continue to support organizations that benefit the well-being of communities, as well as organizations that educate and provide resources for youth. I will also continue to vote and complete the Census in hopes that it will change unjust policies. Are you seeking ways to prevent/have a conversation about racism? If so, the following slide provides a few resources that could be wonderful conversation starters.
- First Cary’s Recommended Anti-Racism Resources list shares a few articles, books, and movies regarding anti-racism: https://firstcary.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Recommended-Anti-Racism-Resources-from-First-UMC-Cary.pdf