ISB Libguides: Anti-Bias Anti-Racism: Articles, Websites, and Videos

Articles

The Disturbing "Monkey Business" of US Black-White relations
An article from Dr. Neal A. Lester about the representations of black people as animals is both a past and present manifestation of the United States’ complicated history with race. From Learning for Justice magazine.

The Fallout of a Callout
From NPR, a 28-minute conversation between Hank Azaria and Hari Kondabolu regarding the controversies around "The Simpsons" character Apu, exploring cultural representation, stereotypes, and the impacts of Kondabolu's documentary "The Problem with Apu."
Recognizing and addressing identity-based harm in schools
This blog post from the Council of International Schools The article discusses the importance of recognizing, addressing, and preventing identity-based harm in schools by fostering inclusive practices, promoting dialogue, and supporting affected individuals.

Straight Talk About the N-Word
This article from Learning for Justice explores the history, complexities, and evolving meanings of the N-word, advocating for critical discussions about its usage in educational contexts to promote self-reflection, historical understanding, and responsible language practices.

What's behind the debate on Asians with 'slanted eyes'?
From CGTN, this article examines the controversy surrounding the depiction of "slant-eyed" Asian features in media, highlighting issues of cultural sensitivity, historical stereotypes, and differing perceptions within and outside of Asian communities.
The Yellow Peril: Dr Fu Manchu & the Rise of Chinaphobia by Christopher Frayling – review
The Guardian reviews "The Yellow Peril: Dr. Fu Manchu and the Rise of Chinaphobia" by Christopher Frayling, which explores the historical and cultural roots of Western fears and stereotypes about China, particularly as represented by the Fu Manchu character.

Websites

Learning for Justice
"Learning for Justice seeks to uphold the mission of the Southern Poverty Law Center: to be a catalyst for racial justice in the South and beyond, working in partnership with communities to dismantle white supremacy, strengthen intersectional movements and advance the human rights of all people."
Raising Race Conscious Children
Raising Race Conscious Children is a resource to support adults who are trying to talk about race with young children. The goals of these conversations are to dismantle the color-blind framework and prepare young people to work toward racial justice.

Videos

Racism is real. This video uses science and evidence to show how racism affects individuals, what makes people racist in the first place, and how to combat it.

The language in this video may be upsetting to some. Please view at your own discretion.

"Bestselling author Ta-Nehisi Coates answers an audience question about the power and ownership of words at the Family Action Network event with Evanston Township High School while on tour for his [book], WE WERE EIGHT YEARS IN POWER."

This video talks about how to be a good ally.