Chuck Shelton’s Post

Tackling the roots of racism is challenging and complex. A Strategic Briefing on anti-racist systems leadership to address systemic racism aims to support leaders in understanding how racism is constructed and can be perpetuated in policies, tools and practice. It signposts to research and resources, and shows the multi-layered impact of racism in communities, workforces, and public systems. https://ow.ly/P6nl50SSNxr #inclusion #equity #diverse #antiracist

Why Talking About Racism Leaves Us Speechless Join us as we delve into a profound conversation on racism and the discomfort it creates, particularly in predominantly white spaces. Our speaker opens up about the vulnerability of acknowledging silence and reflection, challenging us to find our voice in uncomfortable discussions. #RacismAwareness #Vulnerability #SocialJustice #ConversationsThatMatter #AwkwardSilence #Diversity #AntiRacism #SpeakUp #PersonalReflection #UncomfortableTruths

Shocking 😱 Truth About Racial Bias - Unveiling Generational Prejudice Discover the untold reality of racial bias within the Hispanic community and their deeply ingrained beliefs. Break free from inherited prejudices and learn about the importance of embracing diversity. #RacialBiasRevealed #BreakingFree #EmbracingDiversity #OvercomingPrejudices #GenerationShift #MulticulturalUnity #InclusiveSociety #DismantleBias #CulturalAcceptance #UnitedByDiversity

Stand Up Against Racism and Hatred In today's interconnected world, there's no place for racism and hatred. We must come together as a global community to promote understanding, compassion, and respect for all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, or background. Racism divides and weakens us, fostering an environment of hostility and fear. It is up to each one of us to challenge prejudiced behaviors, speak out against injustice, and support those who are marginalized. Together, we can create a society where diversity is celebrated, and everyone can thrive. Let's stand firm against racism and hatred, and build a future rooted in equality and unity. #EndRacism #StopHate #UnityInDiversity #EqualityForAll #LinkedInCommunity

Just a friendly reminder that being 'not racist' isn't really a thing. Being 'anti-racist' is. Here's why: We all have internalised biases through years of social conditioning and media influence. And it's important to recognise these and work to undo them. If you consider yourself 'not racist', realistically you are in denial. Really you can only be one of two things - pro-racism, or anti-racism. You either support the continuation of systems, structures, norms and prejudices that are inherently racist, which many (or even most) of our systems are. Or you believe that these need to be actively changed so racial discrimination is eliminated. By simply declaring yourself 'not racist' and moving on, you are by default agreeing to the status quo, a status quo which IS racist. So this year, on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, consider where you sit. And if you agree that racism needs to be addressed and reversed, then you are an anti-racist. Go out and notice where racial discrimination shows up, speak up about it, have difficult conversations with those who don't see it (or even oversee it!), consider what influence you might have over making changes. And drop questions or clarifications in the comments - I'm happy to answer, and I'm happy to learn. #antiracism #socialjustice #endracialdiscrimination #inclusion #diversity #dei #justiceforall #leadership

Breaking Down Racism: Accountability for All Races Let's dive into the important topic of accountability regarding racial stereotypes. It's crucial to recognize that we can all have biases, regardless of our background. Join us in discussing how to educate ourselves and foster understanding across communities. #RacismAwareness #Accountability #Stereotypes #EducationMatters #UnityInDiversity #OpenDialogue #SocialEquality #CulturalUnderstanding #Empathy #ChallengeIgnorance

First, stay calm. It's vital to listen and understand their perspective. Apologize if needed and take responsibility for any harm caused. Use this moment to educate yourself and others. Reflect on your actions and seek training on equity and inclusion. This is a chance to grow and improve. 🌱📚 Remember, a defensive posture is a violent posture. While these words could have been said without the student understanding the gravity of these words, your response will speak volumes about how you interact with communities of color. Remember: being called a racist is not the same harm as the real and lasting impacts of systemic racism in our world. Share your experiences or thoughts below. Visit: equitysings.com #EquityInMusic #InclusionMatters #GrowthOpportunity #equitysings #BlackBoiJoy #DiversityMatters #DEI #Inclusion

The Importance of Racial Justice: Continuing the Fight for Change Explore the pressing need to address racial justice issues and sustain the momentum for substantial and lasting change. Reflecting on the murder of George Floyd and the urgency it brought, this video delves into the need to push forward towards a more just society. #RacialJustice #SocialChange #EqualityNow #JusticeMatters #BlackLivesMatter #Activism #InclusionNow #EndRacialInjustice #FightForEquality #DemandJustice

Join the conversation 📣 Have your children experienced racism at school? Or maybe you’ve experienced it firsthand in the workplace. Do you think education around racism has improved since you were in school? We want to hear what your company is doing to champion anti-racism🗣️ What practises do they follow? What do they provide? Leave a comment below! 👇 Together, we can spark positive change and create a more inclusive world 🤝 Our anti-racism workshops empower individuals to address discrimination head-on. You can learn more about our work here: https://lnkd.in/eHFvqU8v #EDI #diversityandinclusion #endracism

First, stay calm. It's vital to listen and understand their perspective. Apologize if needed and take responsibility for any harm caused. Use this moment to educate yourself and others. Reflect on your actions and seek training on equity and inclusion. This is a chance to grow and improve. 🌱📚 Remember, a defensive posture is a violent posture. While these words could have been said without the student understanding the gravity of these words, your response will speak volumes about how you interact with communities of color. Remember: being called a racist is not the same harm as the real and lasting impacts of systemic racism in our world. Share your experiences or thoughts below. Visit: equitysings.com #EquityInMusic #InclusionMatters #GrowthOpportunity #equitysings #BlackBoiJoy #DiversityMatters #DEI #Inclusion