In what ways can one recognize the effects of subtle expressions of prejudice, such as microaggressions and implicit biases?
In what ways can one recognize the effects of subtle expressions of prejudice, such as microaggressions and implicit biases?
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Subtle expressions of prejudice such as microaggression and implicit biases can be recognized when someone encounters discriminatory comments, experiences unwanted stereotyping, notices exclusionary practices or is the recipient of unfair treatment due to their ethnicity, gender, age or other demographic factor. These experiences may range from being overlooked or underestimated to enduring derogatory comments or insults.
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In what ways can one recognize the effects of subtle expressions of prejudice, such as microaggressions and implicit biases?
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One can recognize the effects of subtle expressions of prejudice such as microaggressions and implicit biases by looking for signs of discriminatory behavior, examining the impact that messages have on people’s behavior, listening to verbal and nonverbal cues, researching trends and patterns in data, investigating personal or societal tendencies toward certain groups or individuals, exploring disparities between groups with regard to access and opportunity, identifying institutional policies or practices that marginalize certain groups of people. It is also important to keep an eye out for language that has biased undertones. Lastly, one should remain mindful about making assumptions based on race/ethnicity/national origin/disability=status/a etc.
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