racism and discrimination
definition: Racism can be defined as a system of oppression based on racial/ethnic group designations in which a pervasive ideology of racial superiority and inferiority provides the foundation for structural inequalities, intergroup conflict, discrimination, and prejudice. Racism, like all systems of oppression (e.g., sexism, classism, heterosexism/homophobia, ageism), is based on power asymmetries such that the dominant group is granted unearned privileges, such as respect and esteem, social validation and affirmation, opportunities and rewards, freedoms and safety, and greater access to valued societal resources. [Source: Encyclopedia of Multicultural Psychology; Racism and Discrimination]
broader: sociological issues
broader: cultural concerns
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cultural concerns
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narrower: racism and discrimination

sociological issues
type: Concept
narrower: racism and discrimination

concepts
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member: racism and discrimination