Practical examples of racism

1. Employment discrimination: A job applicant may be denied a job opportunity based on their race or ethnicity, even if they are qualified for the position.

2. Housing discrimination: Landlords or real estate agents may refuse to rent or sell a property to someone based on their race or ethnicity.

3. Racial profiling: Law enforcement officers may target individuals of a certain race for questioning, searches, or arrests based solely on their appearance.

4. Hate crimes: Individuals may be physically attacked or verbally harassed because of their race or ethnicity.

5. Microaggressions: Subtle, everyday instances of racism such as racial slurs, stereotypes, or assumptions can have a negative impact on individuals of a certain race.

6. Unequal access to education: Some schools may provide fewer resources or opportunities to students of a certain race, leading to disparities in academic achievement.

7. Unequal access to healthcare: Minority groups may face barriers to accessing quality healthcare services, leading to disparities in health outcomes.

8. Media representation: Portrayals of certain races in the media can perpetuate stereotypes and reinforce negative attitudes towards those groups.