Ask the Expert: dealing with and preventing racism

“Eww dirty”, “Chinese have slanted eyes” - Heard of these stereotypical statements/remarks about your race at least once? We all have heard stories about people being bullied, discriminated or attacked, due to their race. Imagine your child is the one in that situation, how would you feel? 🤔 As parents, you are your child’s role model and you have the ability to change their mindset 🧠 To better understand this topic, we have invited Rany Moran - Certified life coach, trained counsellor and parenting expert to answer your questions on dealing and preventing racism amongst children 🧒🏻👧🏽 We all have to start somewhere, so why not use our platform to learn more about it? Start commenting your questions before our session to be aware of what’s currently happening 🤓

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What are the key differences between "not racist" and "anti-racist"? And how do both affect racism altogether?

Rany Moran

Parenting expert, certified life coach, trained counsellor and mother of two

3y ago

Hi Anu, it is important to recognize the distinction between being “not racist” and being "anti-racist". A person who is "not racist" tends to avoid conversations or confrontations about race altogether. By disregarding these issues, it suggests that racism doesn't exist or is someone else’s problem, which is the complete opposite of effecting change. An "anti-racist" is someone who is vocal about their views against systemic racism and how to overcome things like racial differences and disparities. Parents should also remember that the first step to raising an anti-racist child, is to be an anti-racist parent.

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