Race Relations: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
ICERD Member Spotlight: The United States of America
The United States, after many years delay, ultimately became an ICERD member. The Committee's concluding observations paint a portrait of a country that continues to face ongoing struggles with the establishment of racial equality for non-Whites, and with the preservation of the rights of indigenous populations.
The United States, after many years delay, ultimately became an ICERD member. The Committee's concluding observations paint a portrait of a country that continues to face ongoing struggles with the establishment of racial equality for non-Whites, and with the preservation of the rights of indigenous populations.
Race Quiz
Think identifying someone's race is easy? Try this quiz and see if you can correctly identify the racial and ethnic backgrounds of these individuals.
Think identifying someone's race is easy? Try this quiz and see if you can correctly identify the racial and ethnic backgrounds of these individuals.
A Definition of Ethnicity
Ethnicity and race are often used interchangeably although such use is incorrect and often results in confusion. A definition of the term ethnicity is provided to enable the reader to better distinguish between the terms ethnicity and race.
Ethnicity and race are often used interchangeably although such use is incorrect and often results in confusion. A definition of the term ethnicity is provided to enable the reader to better distinguish between the terms ethnicity and race.
A Definition of Race
Ethnicity and Race are often used interchangeably although such use is incorrect and often results in confusion. About.com Race Relations guide provides a definition of the term race to enable the reader to better distinguish between the two terms.
Ethnicity and Race are often used interchangeably although such use is incorrect and often results in confusion. About.com Race Relations guide provides a definition of the term race to enable the reader to better distinguish between the two terms.
Stereotypes
A definition of stereotypes; includes examples. How stereotypes color race relations.
A definition of stereotypes; includes examples. How stereotypes color race relations.
ICERD Member Spotlight: Japan
Japan, an ICERD member, considers anti-bias legislation in response to increased immigration.
Japan, an ICERD member, considers anti-bias legislation in response to increased immigration.
What is culture?
Understand the term "culture;" the various components of culture.
Understand the term "culture;" the various components of culture.
Barack Obama
Who is Barack Obama and does he have what it takes to win the 2008 Presidential election? A Race Relations profile and brief bio provides the highlights of U.S. Senator Barack Obama's career, education, values, and life experience.
Who is Barack Obama and does he have what it takes to win the 2008 Presidential election? A Race Relations profile and brief bio provides the highlights of U.S. Senator Barack Obama's career, education, values, and life experience.
Aisha Tyler & Jeff Tietjens
Aisha Tyler & Jeff Tietjens - They're college sweethearts: she's a beautiful and talented African-American comedian; he's a dedicated attorney of European descent
Aisha Tyler & Jeff Tietjens - They're college sweethearts: she's a beautiful and talented African-American comedian; he's a dedicated attorney of European descent
Mixed Race Celebrities - Adriana Lima
Mixed Race Celebrities - Adriana Lima - She's a gorgeous Brazilian supermodel of mixed race descent, known for her longevity in Victoria's Secret catalog and widespread representation in numerous other top international publications.
Mixed Race Celebrities - Adriana Lima - She's a gorgeous Brazilian supermodel of mixed race descent, known for her longevity in Victoria's Secret catalog and widespread representation in numerous other top international publications.
Mixed Race Celebrities - "The Rock" - Dwayne Johnson
Mixed Race Celebrities - "The Rock" - Dwayne Johnson. He's a handsome former football player and wrestler of mixed race descent, known for his roles in hit movies such as The Rundown, Walking Tall, The Mummy Returns, and The Scorpion King.
Mixed Race Celebrities - "The Rock" - Dwayne Johnson. He's a handsome former football player and wrestler of mixed race descent, known for his roles in hit movies such as The Rundown, Walking Tall, The Mummy Returns, and The Scorpion King.
Mixed Race Celebrities - Derek Jeter
Mixed Race Celebrities - Derek Jeter - He is a handsome NY Yankees shortstop who's been romantically linked with a number of beautiful Hollywood starlets.
Mixed Race Celebrities - Derek Jeter - He is a handsome NY Yankees shortstop who's been romantically linked with a number of beautiful Hollywood starlets.
Interracial Couples
Interracial Dating, Interracial Marriage and the Challenges Faced by Interracial Couples
Interracial Dating, Interracial Marriage and the Challenges Faced by Interracial Couples
Halle Berry & Gabriel Aubrey
Halle Berry and her new beau Gabriel Aubrey - He is a gorgeous top model, she's a successful actress. Who's more beautiful?
Halle Berry and her new beau Gabriel Aubrey - He is a gorgeous top model, she's a successful actress. Who's more beautiful?
Tiger Woods & Elin Nordegren
Tiger Woods & Elin Nordegren - The Marriage of Talent, Beauty, and Success
Tiger Woods & Elin Nordegren - The Marriage of Talent, Beauty, and Success
Mixed Race Celebrities - Vin Diesel
Mixed Race Celebrities - Vin Diesel - He's a talented actor, writer, director and producer of mixed-race descent, best known for his roles in xXx, The Fast and the Furious, Pitch Black, and The Chronicles of Riddick.
Mixed Race Celebrities - Vin Diesel - He's a talented actor, writer, director and producer of mixed-race descent, best known for his roles in xXx, The Fast and the Furious, Pitch Black, and The Chronicles of Riddick.
U.S. Racial and Ethnic Groups
Racial and Ethnic Groups in America: Although racial classification in the United States has been an ever-evolving reflection of social and political agendas of the day, the current classification system - with its inconsistencies and gaps - continues to provide valuable insight into the history of race.
Racial and Ethnic Groups in America: Although racial classification in the United States has been an ever-evolving reflection of social and political agendas of the day, the current classification system - with its inconsistencies and gaps - continues to provide valuable insight into the history of race.
David Bowie & Iman
Iman and David Bowie - Beauty & the Beat - He is an actor, singer, and musician from England and his influence on music and art spans over four decades. She is a supermodel, actress, author and entrepreneur from Somalia.
Iman and David Bowie - Beauty & the Beat - He is an actor, singer, and musician from England and his influence on music and art spans over four decades. She is a supermodel, actress, author and entrepreneur from Somalia.
Taye Diggs & Idina Menzel
Taye Diggs & Idina Menzel - He's a talented African-American actor and singer; she's a White talented actress and singer of Jewish descent.
Taye Diggs & Idina Menzel - He's a talented African-American actor and singer; she's a White talented actress and singer of Jewish descent.
Mixed Race Celebrities - Coby Bell
Mixed Race Celebrities - Coby Bell - He's a talented actor of mixed race descent, best known for his most recent role in the TV sitcom - The Game.
Mixed Race Celebrities - Coby Bell - He's a talented actor of mixed race descent, best known for his most recent role in the TV sitcom - The Game.
Defining Social Constructs
Powerful, yet most often invisible, social constructs represent the unwritten rules that guide interpersonal interaction. They often cross oceans and national borders and survive from one generation to the next. About.com Race Relations Guide provides a definition and discusses the implications of social constructs, particularly as they pertain to race.
Powerful, yet most often invisible, social constructs represent the unwritten rules that guide interpersonal interaction. They often cross oceans and national borders and survive from one generation to the next. About.com Race Relations Guide provides a definition and discusses the implications of social constructs, particularly as they pertain to race.
Rosario Dawson & Jason Lewis
She's a talented Latina actress of mixed racial descent, known for her roles in Kids, Sin City, Rent - the movie, and Rundown; He's a handsome White actor who starred in the hit show, Sex and the City.
She's a talented Latina actress of mixed racial descent, known for her roles in Kids, Sin City, Rent - the movie, and Rundown; He's a handsome White actor who starred in the hit show, Sex and the City.
Taye Diggs & Idina Menzel
Brief Bios of Successful Married Interracial Couple Taye Diggs - actor - and Idina Menzel - actress, singer, dancer
Brief Bios of Successful Married Interracial Couple Taye Diggs - actor - and Idina Menzel - actress, singer, dancer
Heidi Klum & Seal
Heidi Klum & Seal - she's a famous Victoria Secret's supermodel from Germany; he's a sultry-voiced, award-winning recording artist of African descent.
Heidi Klum & Seal - she's a famous Victoria Secret's supermodel from Germany; he's a sultry-voiced, award-winning recording artist of African descent.
Rosario Dawson
Rosario Dawson - A Rising Multiracial Hollywood Star
Rosario Dawson - A Rising Multiracial Hollywood Star
Mixed Race Celebrities - Miss USA 2007 - Rachel Renee Smith
Mixed Race Celebrities - Rachel Renee Smith - She's a beautiful bi-racial native of Tennessee with a long list of community service achievements, and her new Miss USA 2007 title has placed her in the national spotlight.
Mixed Race Celebrities - Rachel Renee Smith - She's a beautiful bi-racial native of Tennessee with a long list of community service achievements, and her new Miss USA 2007 title has placed her in the national spotlight.
Native American Rights
Native American Indian history is ripe with tales of struggle. But while many of us assume those struggles live squarely in the past, the Native American story continues: Today, as in days gone by, Native Americans continue to fight for civil rights, religious freedom, and self-preservation.
Native American Indian history is ripe with tales of struggle. But while many of us assume those struggles live squarely in the past, the Native American story continues: Today, as in days gone by, Native Americans continue to fight for civil rights, religious freedom, and self-preservation.
Derek Jeter & Jessica Biel
Derek Jeter and his new flame Jessica Biel? - He is a handsome NY Yankees shortstop, she's a beautiful actress. Will they be a match made in heaven?
Derek Jeter and his new flame Jessica Biel? - He is a handsome NY Yankees shortstop, she's a beautiful actress. Will they be a match made in heaven?
Prince Maximilian and Angela Brown
A Gallery of Images - A Prince and his Panamanian Princess - An international, interracial "Cinderella" love story.
A Gallery of Images - A Prince and his Panamanian Princess - An international, interracial "Cinderella" love story.
Mixed Race Celebrities - Rosario Dawson
Mixed Race Celebrities - Rosario Dawson - She's a talented Latina actress of mixed race descent, known for her roles in Kids, Sin City, Rent - the movie, and Rundown.
Mixed Race Celebrities - Rosario Dawson - She's a talented Latina actress of mixed race descent, known for her roles in Kids, Sin City, Rent - the movie, and Rundown.
Media and Blacks
A discussion of "The Black Image in the White Mind," a book by Robert M. Entman and Andrew Rojecki, which explores the media's portrayal of Blacks
A discussion of "The Black Image in the White Mind," a book by Robert M. Entman and Andrew Rojecki, which explores the media's portrayal of Blacks
Shelley Morningsong
Shelley Morningsong - bi-racial Dutch/Native American Indian singer
Shelley Morningsong - bi-racial Dutch/Native American Indian singer
Roger Ebert & Judge Chaz Hammelsmith
A Gallery of Images - Roger Ebert and his wife Judge Chaz Hammelsmith.
A Gallery of Images - Roger Ebert and his wife Judge Chaz Hammelsmith.
A Definition of Racism
A Definition of "racism." Examines: What is Racism? and Who is Racist?
A Definition of "racism." Examines: What is Racism? and Who is Racist?
Why Race Matters
Race Matters - 10 facts about race you may not already know.
Race Matters - 10 facts about race you may not already know.
Mulatto
Clarification and definition of the term "Mulatto" from your Race Relations Guide on About.com
Clarification and definition of the term "Mulatto" from your Race Relations Guide on About.com
Native Americans Today
Native Americans today remain low on the racial and ethnic hierarchy and therefore, they continue to suffer from discrimination. In addition, the government continues to exert its authority and influence the rights and freedoms of these Native peoples, therefore the struggle for self-government and the right to maintain their cultural ways continues.
Native Americans today remain low on the racial and ethnic hierarchy and therefore, they continue to suffer from discrimination. In addition, the government continues to exert its authority and influence the rights and freedoms of these Native peoples, therefore the struggle for self-government and the right to maintain their cultural ways continues.
Tuck & Patti
Tuck & Patti - This guitar/vocal duo previously on the Windham Hill label started their own label and have been singing together for over 28 years, and married over 25. They are impeccable performers, and soul driven "love warriors."
Tuck & Patti - This guitar/vocal duo previously on the Windham Hill label started their own label and have been singing together for over 28 years, and married over 25. They are impeccable performers, and soul driven "love warriors."
Exploring Both Sides
Explore both sides of the transracial adoption issue; includes pros and cons and best practices for successful transracial adoptions
Explore both sides of the transracial adoption issue; includes pros and cons and best practices for successful transracial adoptions
Racial Profiling & Terrorism
The debate about racial profiling at a time when terrorism may be significantly influencing a change in the requirements for effective security and law enforcement.
The debate about racial profiling at a time when terrorism may be significantly influencing a change in the requirements for effective security and law enforcement.
Empathy is NOT Sympathy
Empathy is a critical requirement for racial harmony & intercultural understanding. Explore the critical difference between empathy and sympathy.
Empathy is a critical requirement for racial harmony & intercultural understanding. Explore the critical difference between empathy and sympathy.
Asian and Western Culture
How Asian and Western Cultures Differ in the Workplace
How Asian and Western Cultures Differ in the Workplace
Native Mascots-Right or Wrong?
The ongoing debate regarding widespread use of Native American symbols, figures and slogans by sports teams - what do supporters argue?
The ongoing debate regarding widespread use of Native American symbols, figures and slogans by sports teams - what do supporters argue?
Black Country Music
Country music, on the surface, seems to have always been and to still be all about Whites. We see White faces and hear White voices and assume then, that country belongs only to Whites. But this assumption is wrong. Over the years, African-Americans have had a tremendous influence in shaping the sound and style of country music.
Country music, on the surface, seems to have always been and to still be all about Whites. We see White faces and hear White voices and assume then, that country belongs only to Whites. But this assumption is wrong. Over the years, African-Americans have had a tremendous influence in shaping the sound and style of country music.
The Concept of Race
A discussion on why the American Anthropological Association holds that "The concept of race is a social and cultural construction...[and that] It is clear that human populations are not unambiguous, clearly demarcated, biologically distinct groups...[and therefore, that] The concept of "race" has no validity...in the human species."
A discussion on why the American Anthropological Association holds that "The concept of race is a social and cultural construction...[and that] It is clear that human populations are not unambiguous, clearly demarcated, biologically distinct groups...[and therefore, that] The concept of "race" has no validity...in the human species."
Songs About Racial Harmony
10 Songs to Download About Race Relations and Racial Harmony
10 Songs to Download About Race Relations and Racial Harmony
Tyson Beckford
Tyson Beckford - One of America's Hottest Multiracial Models and Actors
Tyson Beckford - One of America's Hottest Multiracial Models and Actors
Interracial Couples on Screen
There's greater visibility of interracial couples on TV and in the movies recently; What does it mean?
There's greater visibility of interracial couples on TV and in the movies recently; What does it mean?
Blacks and Single Parenting
Out of Wedlock Births and the African American Community
Out of Wedlock Births and the African American Community
White Moms & Non-White Hair
Answers and Resources to Help Parents Care for the Hair of Bi-Racial Children or Transracial Adoptees
Answers and Resources to Help Parents Care for the Hair of Bi-Racial Children or Transracial Adoptees
Quality Healthcare & Diversity
How healthcare professionals can get up to speed on culture difference, understand their diverse patients better, and deliver quality service when it matters most.
How healthcare professionals can get up to speed on culture difference, understand their diverse patients better, and deliver quality service when it matters most.
Top 5 Race Relations Movies
A list of movies that comment on race relations and intercultural relations. A great resource for teachers, trainers, and those interested in intercultural issues.
A list of movies that comment on race relations and intercultural relations. A great resource for teachers, trainers, and those interested in intercultural issues.
ACORN - Keeping us Accountable
ACORN - the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now. Founded in 1970, it is the nation's largest community organization representing low and moderate-income families and proudly suported by its 175,000+ member families organized into 850 neighborhood chapters in 80 cities across the country.
ACORN - the Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now. Founded in 1970, it is the nation's largest community organization representing low and moderate-income families and proudly suported by its 175,000+ member families organized into 850 neighborhood chapters in 80 cities across the country.
Guess Who?
The 2005 movie "Guess Who?" and Hollywood's portrayal of interracial couples.
The 2005 movie "Guess Who?" and Hollywood's portrayal of interracial couples.
Delivering Feedback
An excerpt from the book Intercultural Communication by Susan Eckert; how to deliver constructive feedback in an interculturally sensitive manner.
An excerpt from the book Intercultural Communication by Susan Eckert; how to deliver constructive feedback in an interculturally sensitive manner.
Movies About Race
A List of Movies that Highlight Race Relations - Compiled by Race Relations Forum Members (A - G)
A List of Movies that Highlight Race Relations - Compiled by Race Relations Forum Members (A - G)
Hollywood Today: Halle Berry
Spotlight on Hollywood Celebrity Halle Berry
Spotlight on Hollywood Celebrity Halle Berry
Games For Children
Play resources for parents and teachers that teach children not to hate.
Play resources for parents and teachers that teach children not to hate.
Workplace Discrimination
Workplace discrimination statistics from 2004 along with a resource for complying with civil rights laws
Workplace discrimination statistics from 2004 along with a resource for complying with civil rights laws
A Nation Divided
An exploration of recent events and positions shaping the challenge of illegal immigration. Presented are varying approaches and considerations to resolution of this key issue negatively affecting homeland, economic, and humanitarian security.
An exploration of recent events and positions shaping the challenge of illegal immigration. Presented are varying approaches and considerations to resolution of this key issue negatively affecting homeland, economic, and humanitarian security.
Race and Income
Statistics reveal differences in income levels between racial and ethnic groups; a broader approach to interpretation.
Statistics reveal differences in income levels between racial and ethnic groups; a broader approach to interpretation.
Managing Diversity at Work
Best practices in establishing an effective diversity program in the workplace.
Best practices in establishing an effective diversity program in the workplace.
Late 19th Century - More Land for European Americans
By the late 19th century, Native Americans were being forced off of their lands and much of this land was given or sold to Europeans.
By the late 19th century, Native Americans were being forced off of their lands and much of this land was given or sold to Europeans.
20th Century - Conflicting Political Agendas Continue to Wreak Havoc on Debilitated Cultures
Changing federal leadership and revolving door policies continue to destroy Native American culture and the ability to self-govern.
Changing federal leadership and revolving door policies continue to destroy Native American culture and the ability to self-govern.
Thandie Newton
Thandie Newton - One of Hollywood's Hottest Steadily Rising Bi-Racial Stars
Thandie Newton - One of Hollywood's Hottest Steadily Rising Bi-Racial Stars
La Amistad
Why is the Old Ship "La Amistad" an Important Part of Race Relations History? Find the answer here on Race Relations, About.com.
Why is the Old Ship "La Amistad" an Important Part of Race Relations History? Find the answer here on Race Relations, About.com.
Interracial Communication
Sometimes when we meet people of another race, we find that tension, discomfort, and misunderstandings result. Usually, we're quick to blame the other person - believing "They're too sensitive" or perhaps "They're just ignorant." But where do we really go wrong? And why? Find out in this Race Relations article on why and where things go wrong when communicating interacially.
Sometimes when we meet people of another race, we find that tension, discomfort, and misunderstandings result. Usually, we're quick to blame the other person - believing "They're too sensitive" or perhaps "They're just ignorant." But where do we really go wrong? And why? Find out in this Race Relations article on why and where things go wrong when communicating interacially.
Race Around the Globe
The global hierarchy of race and the difficulty Whites have in recognizing their position of advantage. Suggestions for minimizing the deleterious effects of racial hierarchies.
The global hierarchy of race and the difficulty Whites have in recognizing their position of advantage. Suggestions for minimizing the deleterious effects of racial hierarchies.
David Bowie & Iman
Spotlight on Successful Interracial Celebrity Couple David Bowie & Iman
Spotlight on Successful Interracial Celebrity Couple David Bowie & Iman
Affirmative Action and College
Explore the viewpoints of both supporters and opposers of Affirmative Action in higher education.
Explore the viewpoints of both supporters and opposers of Affirmative Action in higher education.
Politics of Race & Marriage
The case that changed the politics of race and marriage forever.
The case that changed the politics of race and marriage forever.
Geronimo - A Proud Apache Warrior and a Symbol of Resistance
Geronimo - A Proud Apache Warrior and a Symbol of Resistance
Geronimo - A Proud Apache Warrior and a Symbol of Resistance
Adriana Lima
Whether or not you recognize her name, you've undoubtedly seen her strikingly beautiful face: Adriana Lima - An International Supermodel with an International Heritage
Whether or not you recognize her name, you've undoubtedly seen her strikingly beautiful face: Adriana Lima - An International Supermodel with an International Heritage
Crash - a 2004 Movie on Race
A brief summary / review of Crash - a 2004 movie about race relations.
A brief summary / review of Crash - a 2004 movie about race relations.
English only workplace?
Foreign language in the workplace: Can I demand that my employees speak only english at work? Resources for further reading.
Foreign language in the workplace: Can I demand that my employees speak only english at work? Resources for further reading.
Forget Diversity!
The Concept of Diversity versus the Concept of Building Intercultural Intelligence TM
The Concept of Diversity versus the Concept of Building Intercultural Intelligence TM
ICERD Member Spotlight: Russian Federation
Russia, an ICERD member, has faced increased racism and ethnic bias along with increased immigration and new laws re-defining legal Russian citizenship.
Russia, an ICERD member, has faced increased racism and ethnic bias along with increased immigration and new laws re-defining legal Russian citizenship.
Race and the Death Penalty
Disturbing race-related findings regarding application of the death penalty.
Disturbing race-related findings regarding application of the death penalty.
Republicans and the Black Vote
Black Republicans: Do Republicans Really Want the Black Vote? An article by Reverend Wayne Perryman.
Black Republicans: Do Republicans Really Want the Black Vote? An article by Reverend Wayne Perryman.
Race Class and Gender
A review of a book resource by Paula S. Rothenberg; Race, Class and Gender in the United States examines the relationship between power and race, class and gender.
A review of a book resource by Paula S. Rothenberg; Race, Class and Gender in the United States examines the relationship between power and race, class and gender.
Eugenics
"Eugenics" is defined and discussed within the context of race relations and the history of racial discrimination.
"Eugenics" is defined and discussed within the context of race relations and the history of racial discrimination.
Your Culture is Showing
Encouraging Americans to reflect on the concept of culture and to recognize that Americans, despite our many differences, tend to share certain cultural norms.
Encouraging Americans to reflect on the concept of culture and to recognize that Americans, despite our many differences, tend to share certain cultural norms.
Early 19th Century - Conflict Due to Ongoing Expansion Results in Subjugation
The insatiable quest for land leads to conflict and subjugation.
The insatiable quest for land leads to conflict and subjugation.
Calling All Colors
A Successful Elementary School Tolerance Initiative - Calling All Colors
A Successful Elementary School Tolerance Initiative - Calling All Colors
ICERD Member Spotlight: France
France, an ICERD member, has faced an ongoing struggle with immigration from diverse countries and populations and with the need to guard against terrorism, while maintaining the religious rights and freedoms of immigrants.
France, an ICERD member, has faced an ongoing struggle with immigration from diverse countries and populations and with the need to guard against terrorism, while maintaining the religious rights and freedoms of immigrants.
Virginia and Race
4 Reasons Why Virginia's Recent Statement of "Profound Regret" for Its Role in Slavery Isn't Nearly Enough - 1) The origin of slavery lies in Virginia
4 Reasons Why Virginia's Recent Statement of "Profound Regret" for Its Role in Slavery Isn't Nearly Enough - 1) The origin of slavery lies in Virginia
Affirmative Action - History
A valuable resource summarizing policy and decision-making activity on Affirmative Action.
A valuable resource summarizing policy and decision-making activity on Affirmative Action.
Children and Hate Crimes
Statistics on children and hate crimes.
Statistics on children and hate crimes.
Solving Old Hate Crimes
So many infamous hate crimes and civil rights cases went unsolved, and offenders unpunished, prior to the American black civil rights movement. The recent reopening of old civil rights era cases highlight a renewed interest in solving old hate crimes and a search for justice.
So many infamous hate crimes and civil rights cases went unsolved, and offenders unpunished, prior to the American black civil rights movement. The recent reopening of old civil rights era cases highlight a renewed interest in solving old hate crimes and a search for justice.
Productive Diverse Teams
10 steps to building high performing diverse teams, despite race and culture difference
10 steps to building high performing diverse teams, despite race and culture difference
Who is UNESCO?
UNESCO - the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization.
UNESCO - the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization.
Paper Clips
Paper Clips - A Heartwarming Story About A Small Town's Efforts to Comprehend the Holocaust
Paper Clips - A Heartwarming Story About A Small Town's Efforts to Comprehend the Holocaust
Who Are the Melungeons?
Melungeons - a hidden American history. Over the centuries, changing race laws and racial classification systems have blurred the racial identities of this fascinating group of Americans. Nonetheless, researchers reveal that their distinct culture, ethnic identity, and experiences provide fresh insights into American history and the cross-sections of race.
Melungeons - a hidden American history. Over the centuries, changing race laws and racial classification systems have blurred the racial identities of this fascinating group of Americans. Nonetheless, researchers reveal that their distinct culture, ethnic identity, and experiences provide fresh insights into American history and the cross-sections of race.
Biased Hurricane Coverage
A discussion of the perception that media coverage of post-Hurricane Katrina behavior, specifically looting, was biased
A discussion of the perception that media coverage of post-Hurricane Katrina behavior, specifically looting, was biased
South Africa Today
Student elections at Stellenbosch University in South Africa where controversial (racist, sexist, anti-gay) posters are being used to draw attention, gain votes and alienate minorities on campus.
Student elections at Stellenbosch University in South Africa where controversial (racist, sexist, anti-gay) posters are being used to draw attention, gain votes and alienate minorities on campus.
Defining Mental Models
A definition of "mental models" and how it pertains to race relations.
A definition of "mental models" and how it pertains to race relations.
Multicultural Toys and Games
Looking for multicultural toys, games and books? Find innovative and unique products that help your children develop positive attitudes about cultural diversity on these online sites.
Looking for multicultural toys, games and books? Find innovative and unique products that help your children develop positive attitudes about cultural diversity on these online sites.
15th - 18th Centuries - The Europeans Arrive
How the arrival of Europeans forever changed life for the Native peoples of America.
How the arrival of Europeans forever changed life for the Native peoples of America.
DNA Testing and Race
A Review of "African American Lives" - a PBS Series about Race and DNA
A Review of "African American Lives" - a PBS Series about Race and DNA
Honoring the Tuskegee Airmen
Tuskegee Airmen played a pivotal role in World War II. Now, 60 years later, President Bush presents these heroes with the most prestigious award - the Congressional Gold Medal. Who were the Tuskegee Airmen? And why did it take 60 years to honor their contributions? Find out in this brief profile of the Tuskegee Airmen.
Tuskegee Airmen played a pivotal role in World War II. Now, 60 years later, President Bush presents these heroes with the most prestigious award - the Congressional Gold Medal. Who were the Tuskegee Airmen? And why did it take 60 years to honor their contributions? Find out in this brief profile of the Tuskegee Airmen.
Anti-Immigration Hysteria
Anti-immigration hysteria has a long history in the United States. Guest writer Michael Phillips provides an overview of common themes and current challenges surrounding the latest immigration controversy.
Anti-immigration hysteria has a long history in the United States. Guest writer Michael Phillips provides an overview of common themes and current challenges surrounding the latest immigration controversy.
A Day Without a Mexican
Movie Review - A Day Without A Mexican
Movie Review - A Day Without A Mexican
Fox: Guilty as Charged?
Is Mr. Fox racist? A review of his controversial statement and a proposed verdict.
Is Mr. Fox racist? A review of his controversial statement and a proposed verdict.
Responding to Bigotry
How you can respond to bigotry, racism, prejudice, and bias.
How you can respond to bigotry, racism, prejudice, and bias.
Intercultural Self-Assessment
How High is Your Intercultural Intelligence? Take the Race Relations Self-Assessment and Find Out.
How High is Your Intercultural Intelligence? Take the Race Relations Self-Assessment and Find Out.
Stress over NBA Dress Code
The Latest Controversy over the NBA's New Dress Code
The Latest Controversy over the NBA's New Dress Code
Life after the Jackson Trial
Life after the Michael Jackson trial - new challenges, new obstacles, and new revelations.
Life after the Michael Jackson trial - new challenges, new obstacles, and new revelations.
Am I A Color Too?
A review of the children's book by Heidi Cole and Nancy Vogl (illustrated by Gerald Purnell) - Am I A Color Too?
A review of the children's book by Heidi Cole and Nancy Vogl (illustrated by Gerald Purnell) - Am I A Color Too?
Hate Crime Laws by State
Compare U.S. hate crime laws by state.
Compare U.S. hate crime laws by state.
Discussing 'Hitch'
Behind the scenes of Hollywood's decision to cast Eva Mendez as the leading lady alongside Will Smith; popular movies and the messages they send regarding race.
Behind the scenes of Hollywood's decision to cast Eva Mendez as the leading lady alongside Will Smith; popular movies and the messages they send regarding race.
Top Five Offenders
Common pitfalls in cross-racial communication - the things we do (intentionally or unintentionally) that tend to offend others. Also presented are suggestions for how to avoid these pitfalls.
Common pitfalls in cross-racial communication - the things we do (intentionally or unintentionally) that tend to offend others. Also presented are suggestions for how to avoid these pitfalls.
April Multicltural Calendar
April - Tune into this month's important holidays and events representing various cultural, racial and ethnic groups around the globe...and here at home.
April - Tune into this month's important holidays and events representing various cultural, racial and ethnic groups around the globe...and here at home.
ICERD Member Spotlight: South Africa
South Africa attempts to overcome its racist history and ongoing post-apartheid racial tension, and get on board with ICERD.
South Africa attempts to overcome its racist history and ongoing post-apartheid racial tension, and get on board with ICERD.
Hate Groups in Your Area
How you can track hate group activity in your neighborhood.
How you can track hate group activity in your neighborhood.
Integrating Leadership
Fortune Magazine and Diversity Inc. Magazine results - the pioneers and leading companies for diversity. Explore the companies that are doing the best at integrating their leadership levels.
Fortune Magazine and Diversity Inc. Magazine results - the pioneers and leading companies for diversity. Explore the companies that are doing the best at integrating their leadership levels.
The Committee on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (CERD)
The Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) is an international body of 18 independent experts that monitors implementation of ICERD by its more than 100 member countries.
The Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination (CERD) is an international body of 18 independent experts that monitors implementation of ICERD by its more than 100 member countries.
Anti-Bias Training for Kids
Resources on anti-bias training and education programs for children.
Resources on anti-bias training and education programs for children.
Matisyahu
Matisyahu - an Unlikely Up and Coming Rapper and Reggae Artist. Why? He's a Hassidic Jew.
Matisyahu - an Unlikely Up and Coming Rapper and Reggae Artist. Why? He's a Hassidic Jew.
Broadcasing and Asian Men
A discussion of the curious absence of Asian men in Broadcasting.
A discussion of the curious absence of Asian men in Broadcasting.
Are You Racist?
Are You Racist? Interesting New Poll Highlights Glaring Contradictions; also take an assessment designed by a Harvard professor.
Are You Racist? Interesting New Poll Highlights Glaring Contradictions; also take an assessment designed by a Harvard professor.
March Multicultural Calendar
March - Tune into this month's important holidays and events representing various cultural, racial and ethnic groups around the globe...and here at home.
March - Tune into this month's important holidays and events representing various cultural, racial and ethnic groups around the globe...and here at home.
Survivor & Race
Survivor and race: Is Survivor's new strategy promoting racial division and segregation? Some believe it is. In the aftermath of CBS' announcement, Corporations pull advertising, and public officials demand the show be pulled.
Survivor and race: Is Survivor's new strategy promoting racial division and segregation? Some believe it is. In the aftermath of CBS' announcement, Corporations pull advertising, and public officials demand the show be pulled.
Can one "unlearn" prejudice?
New research provides evidence that we are capable of reversing or unlearning the social prejudices and biases we inherit.
New research provides evidence that we are capable of reversing or unlearning the social prejudices and biases we inherit.
After Hurricane Katrina
What does it mean that most who were left behind in the wake of Hurricane Katrina were African-American?
What does it mean that most who were left behind in the wake of Hurricane Katrina were African-American?
Civil Rights Timeline
A civil rights timeline; legislation in the U.S.
A civil rights timeline; legislation in the U.S.
How to Raise Tolerant Children
Best practice tips from the experts on how to raise tolerant children, children who are accepting of and can effectively navigate cultural diversity.
Best practice tips from the experts on how to raise tolerant children, children who are accepting of and can effectively navigate cultural diversity.
Mariah Carey's 2005 Come Back
Mariah Carey's Second Rising in the Music Scene and the Resulting Grammy Nominations
Mariah Carey's Second Rising in the Music Scene and the Resulting Grammy Nominations
Race Relations - Articles
An index of Articles for the Race Relations guide site.
An index of Articles for the Race Relations guide site.
Mix It Up at Lunch
Mix It Up at Lunch - Now An International Effort Designed to Challenge Social Boundaries and Improve Cross-Racial and Cross-Cultural Understanding - Sponsored by Tolerance.org, a Division of the Southern Poverty Law Center
Mix It Up at Lunch - Now An International Effort Designed to Challenge Social Boundaries and Improve Cross-Racial and Cross-Cultural Understanding - Sponsored by Tolerance.org, a Division of the Southern Poverty Law Center
The Exonerated
The Exonerated is a powerful film depicting the tragic, but true stories of six survivors of death row...all of whom were exonerated only after years of imprisonment, abuse, and irrecuperable loss. The film features and all-star cast and a script crafted entirely from actual letters and interviews. A must-see!
The Exonerated is a powerful film depicting the tragic, but true stories of six survivors of death row...all of whom were exonerated only after years of imprisonment, abuse, and irrecuperable loss. The film features and all-star cast and a script crafted entirely from actual letters and interviews. A must-see!
Racial Profiling
The debate on racial profiling and changing public sentiment regarding this issue.
The debate on racial profiling and changing public sentiment regarding this issue.
The Klan and Mexicans
The Ku Klux Klan is rebounding. Their strategy? Exploit current hot-button issues such as immigration and growing anti-Mexican sentiments. This article was written and authorized for republishing by Oscar Garcia.
The Ku Klux Klan is rebounding. Their strategy? Exploit current hot-button issues such as immigration and growing anti-Mexican sentiments. This article was written and authorized for republishing by Oscar Garcia.
The International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination (ICERD)
ICERD was first adopted and opened for signature and ratification by UN member countries on December 21, 1965; it was placed into effect four years later, on January 4, 1969.
ICERD was first adopted and opened for signature and ratification by UN member countries on December 21, 1965; it was placed into effect four years later, on January 4, 1969.
How Groups Can Discuss Race
Constructively Discussing Race - How to Form a Group That Discusses Race and Fosters Positive Change
Constructively Discussing Race - How to Form a Group That Discusses Race and Fosters Positive Change
The N Word
"The N Word" - A bold, unflinching look at historical and evolving use of the controversial word "nigger." A 2004 UrbanWorks Entertainment Documentary Directed by Todd Williams and Produced by Helena Echegoyen.
"The N Word" - A bold, unflinching look at historical and evolving use of the controversial word "nigger." A 2004 UrbanWorks Entertainment Documentary Directed by Todd Williams and Produced by Helena Echegoyen.
Revisiting Tolerance
Why teaching tolerance is not enough; proposing a shift in mindset and reaching for a higher goal.
Why teaching tolerance is not enough; proposing a shift in mindset and reaching for a higher goal.
Latinos and African Americans
Latino and African-American relations, and Reverend Jesse Jackson's call for unity
Latino and African-American relations, and Reverend Jesse Jackson's call for unity
Strom Thurmond
Strom Thurmond was a controversial figure in American politics - a staunch segregationist whose early relationship with an African-American maid resulted in the birth of a bi-racial child and an unexplainable hypocrisy.
Strom Thurmond was a controversial figure in American politics - a staunch segregationist whose early relationship with an African-American maid resulted in the birth of a bi-racial child and an unexplainable hypocrisy.
Race Relations - Issues
An index of Issues for the Race Relations guide site.
An index of Issues for the Race Relations guide site.
Bridging the Racial Divide
A Community Member's Story from Southwest Michigan: Bridging the Racial Divide - Community-Based Initiatives Do Make a Difference
A Community Member's Story from Southwest Michigan: Bridging the Racial Divide - Community-Based Initiatives Do Make a Difference
The West's Debt to Africa
An article written by Courtenay Barnett explores contemporary perceptions regarding race relations and the relationship between the western world and Africa.
An article written by Courtenay Barnett explores contemporary perceptions regarding race relations and the relationship between the western world and Africa.
American History Black & White
A new museum exhibit displays a diverse and impressive collection of rare books, letters, posters and artifacts, all from the Rosenbach’s private collection and all dealing with the experience of Blacks in America. The "Look Again" exhibit’s message is clear from its subtitle: African American History IS American History.
A new museum exhibit displays a diverse and impressive collection of rare books, letters, posters and artifacts, all from the Rosenbach’s private collection and all dealing with the experience of Blacks in America. The "Look Again" exhibit’s message is clear from its subtitle: African American History IS American History.
What lies beneath VRA concerns
The Real Concern Underlying Pressures to Renew the Voting Rights Act (VRA) of 1965
The Real Concern Underlying Pressures to Renew the Voting Rights Act (VRA) of 1965
Roberts on Affirmative Action
Chief Justice Nominee John Roberts' record on affirmative action.
Chief Justice Nominee John Roberts' record on affirmative action.
Omaha Bill 1024
Omaha Legislature recently passed Bill 1024, which threatens to segregate a 2-county school system. Arguments for and against this legislation are presented in the Race Relations article - Is Omaha Promoting School Segregation
Omaha Legislature recently passed Bill 1024, which threatens to segregate a 2-county school system. Arguments for and against this legislation are presented in the Race Relations article - Is Omaha Promoting School Segregation
MOMS Connected
MOMS Connected - A Non-Profit Resource for Parents of Minority Siblings and Transracial Adoptees
MOMS Connected - A Non-Profit Resource for Parents of Minority Siblings and Transracial Adoptees
5 Heroes in Race Relations
A list of five individuals who have shaped race relations in the U.S. along with brief profiles of each.
A list of five individuals who have shaped race relations in the U.S. along with brief profiles of each.
Tolerance.org
An overview and link to an organization that is making great strides toward affecting positive change in race relations.
An overview and link to an organization that is making great strides toward affecting positive change in race relations.
Working for Social Change
Larry and Sandy Feldman are members of the Race Relations Council of Southwest Michigan and Coordinators of the All God’s Children Community Choir. Race Relations Presents their guest feature article - Working for Social Change
Larry and Sandy Feldman are members of the Race Relations Council of Southwest Michigan and Coordinators of the All God’s Children Community Choir. Race Relations Presents their guest feature article - Working for Social Change
Book Review - "Hate Hurts"
"Hate Hurts" is a book resource that supports parents and teachers in developing a better understanding of the ways in which children learn and unlearn racism
"Hate Hurts" is a book resource that supports parents and teachers in developing a better understanding of the ways in which children learn and unlearn racism