Race Relations: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
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.
ICERD Member Spotlight: USA
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
"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.
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.
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
Stereotypes
A definition of stereotypes; includes examples. How stereotypes color race relations.
A definition of stereotypes; includes examples. How stereotypes color race relations.
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.
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
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?
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.
What is culture?
Understand the term "culture;" the various components of culture.
Understand the term "culture;" the various components of culture.
Shelley Morningsong
Shelley Morningsong - bi-racial Dutch/Native American Indian singer
Shelley Morningsong - bi-racial Dutch/Native American Indian singer
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.
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?
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.
Interracial Couples
Interracial Dating, Interracial Marriage and the Challenges Faced by Interracial Couples
Interracial Dating, Interracial Marriage and the Challenges Faced by Interracial Couples
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 & 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
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
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.
Prince Maximilian & Ms. 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.
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.
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.
Roger Ebert & 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.
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
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.
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
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.
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."
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?
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.
Tyson Beckford
Tyson Beckford - One of America's Hottest Multiracial Models and Actors
Tyson Beckford - One of America's Hottest Multiracial Models and Actors
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.
Songs About Racial Harmony
10 Songs to Download About Race Relations and Racial Harmony
10 Songs to Download About Race Relations and Racial Harmony
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?
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.
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.
Hollywood Today: Halle Berry
Spotlight on Hollywood Celebrity Halle Berry
Spotlight on Hollywood Celebrity Halle Berry
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.
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
David Bowie & Iman
Spotlight on Successful Interracial Celebrity Couple David Bowie & Iman
Spotlight on Successful Interracial Celebrity Couple David Bowie & Iman
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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."
Asian and Western Culture
How Asian and Western Cultures Differ in the Workplace
How Asian and Western Cultures Differ in the Workplace
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.
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
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.
ICERD Member Spotlight:Russia
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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)
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.
Virginia and Race
4 Reasons Why Virginia's Recent Statement of "Profound Regret" for Its Role in Slavery Isn't Nearly Enough - 3) Three of Virginia's most notorious eugenicists led the development of race policy on both a national and global level
4 Reasons Why Virginia's Recent Statement of "Profound Regret" for Its Role in Slavery Isn't Nearly Enough - 3) Three of Virginia's most notorious eugenicists led the development of race policy on both a national and global level
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.
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?
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.
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.
Forget Diversity!
About.com's Race Relations Guide Provides Questions to Facilitate Awareness of Your Own Cultural Perspectives.
About.com's Race Relations Guide Provides Questions to Facilitate Awareness of Your Own Cultural Perspectives.
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.
Anti-Immigration Hysteria
Anti-immigration hysteria has a long history in the United States. Guest writer Michael Phillips provides an overview of the American response to Mexican immigration.
Anti-immigration hysteria has a long history in the United States. Guest writer Michael Phillips provides an overview of the American response to Mexican immigration.
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?
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.
ICERD Member Spotlight:Safrica
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
Calling All Colors
A Successful Elementary School Tolerance Initiative - Calling All Colors
A Successful Elementary School Tolerance Initiative - Calling All Colors
A Day Without a Mexican
Movie Review - A Day Without A Mexican
Movie Review - A Day Without A Mexican
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.
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.
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.
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.
Responding to Bigotry
How you can respond to bigotry, racism, prejudice, and bias.
How you can respond to bigotry, racism, prejudice, and bias.
Who is UNESCO?
UNESCO - the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization.
UNESCO - the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization.
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.
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.
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
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.
Here's Where I Stand
A review of ex-senator Jesse Helms' memoir: Here's Where I Stand
A review of ex-senator Jesse Helms' memoir: Here's Where I Stand
Bridging the Racial Divide
Race Relations Guide Shares a Community Member's Story from Southwest Michigan: Bridging the Racial Divide - Community-Based Initiatives Do Make a Difference
Race Relations Guide Shares a Community Member's Story from Southwest Michigan: Bridging the Racial Divide - Community-Based Initiatives Do Make a Difference
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.
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.
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
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!
Academic Racists
Not all racists don white robes and live in trailer parks. Some live in academia...so says author Michael Phillips in his article Academic Racists.
Not all racists don white robes and live in trailer parks. Some live in academia...so says author Michael Phillips in his article Academic Racists.
Children and Hate Crimes
Statistics on children and hate crimes.
Statistics on children and hate crimes.
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?
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.
The West's Debt to Africa
About.com Race Relations Guide presents an article written by Courtenay Barnett exploring militarism as a contributor to African under-development.
About.com Race Relations Guide presents an article written by Courtenay Barnett exploring militarism as a contributor to African under-development.
Race Relations - Articles
An index of Articles for the Race Relations guide site.
An index of Articles for the Race Relations guide site.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Join the National Campaign
An invitation to join the National Campaign for Tolerance in 2005.
An invitation to join the National Campaign for Tolerance in 2005.
15th - 18th Centuries
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.
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.
Geronimo
Geronimo - A Proud Apache Warrior and a Symbol of Resistance
Geronimo - A Proud Apache Warrior and a Symbol of Resistance
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
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
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
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
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.
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
How Groups Can Discuss Race
About.com's Race Relations Guide Presents Constructively Discussing Race - How to Form a Group That Discusses Race and Fosters Positive Change - Real Life Examples
About.com's Race Relations Guide Presents Constructively Discussing Race - How to Form a Group That Discusses Race and Fosters Positive Change - Real Life Examples
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.
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.
Eliminating Global Racism
The United Nations plays a central, critical role in the elimination of worldwide racism
The United Nations plays a central, critical role in the elimination of worldwide racism
The Weight of Color
A vacation experience highlights the effect skin color has on the quality of everyday life.
A vacation experience highlights the effect skin color has on the quality of everyday life.
Civil Rights Timeline
A civil rights timeline; legislation in the U.S.
A civil rights timeline; legislation in the U.S.
20th Century
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.
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
The Ongoing Search for Justice
Rehnquist's Death and the Advent of a Second Supreme Court Vacancy.
Rehnquist's Death and the Advent of a Second Supreme Court Vacancy.
Most Memorable Moments of 2005
Race Relations Highlights of 2005 - Blunders
Race Relations Highlights of 2005 - Blunders
March 21 is IDERD Day
March 21 - International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination - Links and Resources
March 21 - International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination - Links and Resources
Early 19th Century
The insatiable quest for land leads to conflict and subjugation.
The insatiable quest for land leads to conflict and subjugation.