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Practical Tools to Shift Your Mindset and Uproot Racism in Your Life and the World Around You

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Published in The Antiracism Handbook: Practical Tools To Shift Your Mindset And Uproot Racism In Your Life And Community (The Social Justice Handbook Series)

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Racism is a systemic problem that affects every aspect of our society, from the way we are policed to the way we are hired and paid. It is a complex issue, but there are practical steps that we can all take to shift our mindset and uproot racism in our lives and the world around us.

The Antiracism Handbook: Practical Tools to Shift Your Mindset and Uproot Racism in Your Life and Community (The Social Justice Handbook Series)

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1. Educate yourself

The first step to fighting racism is to educate yourself about the history and impact of racism. This means reading books, watching documentaries, and talking to people who have experienced racism firsthand.

Here are some resources to get you started:

Tolerance.org
Southern Poverty Law Center
NAACP

2. Challenge your own biases

We all have biases, whether we realize it or not. These biases can influence our thoughts, feelings, and behavior, and they can lead to racism. It's important to challenge our own biases and to be open to learning new things.

Here are some tips for challenging your own biases:

Be aware of your own experiences and how they may have shaped your views.
Listen to the experiences of people from different backgrounds.
Read and watch content that challenges your own beliefs.

3. Speak up against racism

When you see or hear racism, don't be afraid to speak up. This doesn't mean that you have to get into a fight, but it does mean that you should make your voice heard.

Here are some ways to speak up against racism:

Talk to the person who said or did something racist.
Report the incident to a supervisor or authority figure.
Write a letter or email to the editor of your local newspaper.

4. Support anti-racist organizations

There are many organizations that are working to fight racism. You can support these organizations by donating money, volunteering your time, or spreading the word about their work.

Here are some anti-racist organizations that you can support:

Black Lives Matter
NAACP
ACLU

5. Be a role model

One of the most important things you can do to fight racism is to be a role model. This means showing others that you are committed to equality and that you will not tolerate racism in any form.

Here are some ways to be a role model:

Treat everyone with respect, regardless of their race or ethnicity.
Challenge racist jokes and comments.
Speak up when you see or hear racism.

Fighting racism is a lifelong journey, but it is a journey that we must all take. By educating ourselves, challenging our own biases, speaking up against racism, supporting anti-racist organizations, and being role models, we can create a more just and equitable world for all.