African American or black—what's the right term to use?
Listening to Donald Trump this campaign season has been an education on how to not talk about race. Something always feels a bit off when Trump says, “the African Americans" or "the blacks." So what is the right way to use those terms? And when do you use "black" instead of "African American"? Watch our video for some historical context and to find out: black or African American?
Battling Cultural Stereotypes
Sadie examines the stereotypes she deals with daily as a self-described "furious Hispanic." At the time of this talk, Sadie is a junior attending Park City High School in Park City, Utah.
Ending Violence Against Native Women
In the United States, violence against indigenous women has reached unprecedented levels on tribal lands and in Alaska Native villages. More than 4 in 5 American Indian and Alaska Native women have experienced violence, and more than 1 in 2 have experienced sexual violence.
Kids speak their minds about race
In part two of Anderson Cooper's special report, kids give honest feedback on racial and social issues.
Middle Eastern and Muslim Stereotypes in Media
A 7 minute video on how the media and people view and depict Muslims and those from the Middle East.
People Of Color From Around The World Respond To “White”
The further away you get from white, the harder life can be, sometimes.
Prejudice and Discrimination: Crash Course Psychology #39
10 minute video crash course on the psychology behind prejudice and discrimination. Explains why we are inherently prejudice as human beings and the conscious and unconscious thoughts that go into these beliefs for race, gender, and other stereotypes in society.
Reservation | Native Americans | One Word | Cut
About One Word: Cut invites people from different groups to weigh in on one word--and their responses show us just how complicated and unique we all are.
Understanding Our Perceptions of Asian Americans
An overview essay on Asian Americans, including identity issues (perceptions and misperceptions, use of terminology, understanding demographics, and the extreme diversity contained within the term
What Being Hispanic and Latinx Means in the United States
Fernanda provides a first person account of identity--addressing stereotypes and assumptions, and inviting the audience to dig deeper into the Latinx experience in the United States. Fernanda addresses the role of Latinx people in shaping the culture, politics, and economy of the USA.
What It’s Like To Have Darker Skin In A Culture That Tells Me It’s ‘Ugly’
Huffpost Personal article by guest writer Anu Kumar. "My parents never made a big show of complimenting my skin the way others had."
What Mixed Race Asians Will Never Tell You & The Struggle Of Being Mixed Race
These two videos explore what it means to individuals of mixed races to hold more than one identity and have people misrepresent them.
What's the difference between Hispanic, Latino, and Spanish?
Hispanic, Latino and Spanish are often used interchangeably in describing race. But what's the right terminology? Kat Lazo lays down some wisdom.
Why Women Of Color Are Trying To Get Out Of The United States
It comes as no surprise that a time when white supremacist groups have gained increased public notoriety and the President has disparaged African nations as “****holes," many black Americans are feeling isolated and unsafe in communities or workplaces.
6 Misconceptions About Native American People
7 Native American girls debunk the common misconceptions about their culture. From Teen Vogue.