India is a land of diversity.People of different religions have lived on this land in harmony.However every now and then comments from politicians that try to hamper this peace and promote racism are reported.You feel that such behaviour should be condemned at any cost.
Write an article in 100-150 words to say no to racism.You are Arjun/Arpita.
(write in 100-150 words)
Answers
Explanation:
What is racism?
RACISM is the mistreatment of a group of people on the basis of race, colour, religion, national origin, place of origin or ancestry. The term racism may also denote a blind and unreasoning hatred, envy or prejudice.
Some expressions of racism are obvious, such as graffiti, intimidation or physical violence.Racial and ethnic slurs or so-called "jokes" are other examples of obvious racial discrimination.Unfortunately, they are often ignored because people do not know how to deal with them.
What are the effects of racial discrimination?
Racism poisons the atmosphere of trust we need in order to live in peace and harmony. Racist jokes and racial discrimination leave their victims feeling helpless and fearful. Racial discrimination also has a negative impact on workers' productivity and economic per-formance. In contrast, a greater acceptance of our social diversity contributes to social harmony and economic well-being.
Do I have a responsibility to speak out against racism?
Yes, you do. Otherwise, your silence may be interpreted as tacit approval of discrimination. You have the right, as well as the responsibility, to speak out against racism.
What can I do to combat racial discrimination?
Some countries have legislations against racist acts. In New Brunswick, Canada for example, you can file a complaint with the New Brunswick Human Rights Commission. If another person files a complaint, you can support him or her by cooperating. with the investigating officer.
In addition, you can combat racism in the following ways:
A. Suggested activities for the community
•Take part in activities marking the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination every 21 March.
•Join organisations dealing with issues of racism and human rights.
•Suggest that your local newspaper publish a special section on the racial and cultural diversity of your community.
•Create a speakers' bureau of persons willing to speak about racism and human rights.
•Explore ways in which community organisations can work together to promote positive race relations.
•Suggest that your community develop a policy statement against all forms of racial discrimination.
B. In schools
•Object to racist jokes and insults.
•Organise an intercultural music or film festival.
•Invite guests to speak on racism and human rights.
•Organise a poster or essay contest.
•Show films on prejudice, stereotyping, discrimination and racism.
•Examine the contents of television, film, radio and newspapers for stereotypes. Identify and discuss the stereotypes.
•Find out about human rights organisations in your area and what role they play.
•Suggest that your class or school develop a policy statement against all forms of racial discrimination.
•In the workplace
Object to racist jokes and insults:
•Encourage dialogue on racism and human rights.
•Organise a lunch time film series.
•Encourage human rights awareness at union meetings through guest speakers, films or other presentations.
•Examine hiring practices to ensure equality of opportunity for all.
•Develop clear policy statements against all forms of racial discrimination and define ways to make them work through cooperation and consensus.
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Explanation:
What is racism?
RACISM is the mistreatment of a group of people on the basis of race, colour, religion, national origin, place of origin or ancestry. The term racism may also denote a blind and unreasoning hatred, envy or prejudice.
Some expressions of racism are obvious, such as graffiti, intimidation or physical violence.Racial and ethnic slurs or so-called "jokes" are other examples of obvious racial discrimination.Unfortunately, they are often ignored because people do not know how to deal with them.
What are the effects of racial discrimination?
Racism poisons the atmosphere of trust we need in order to live in peace and harmony. Racist jokes and racial discrimination leave their victims feeling helpless and fearful. Racial discrimination also has a negative impact on workers' productivity and economic per-formance. In contrast, a greater acceptance of our social diversity contributes to social harmony and economic well-being.
Do I have a responsibility to speak out against racism?
Yes, you do. Otherwise, your silence may be interpreted as tacit approval of discrimination. You have the right, as well as the responsibility, to speak out against racism.
What can I do to combat racial discrimination?
Some countries have legislations against racist acts. In New Brunswick, Canada for example, you can file a complaint with the New Brunswick Human Rights Commission. If another person files a complaint, you can support him or her by cooperating. with the investigating officer.
In addition, you can combat racism in the following ways:
A. Suggested activities for the community
•Take part in activities marking the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination every 21 March.
•Join organisations dealing with issues of racism and human rights.
•Suggest that your local newspaper publish a special section on the racial and cultural diversity of your community.
•Create a speakers' bureau of persons willing to speak about racism and human rights.
•Explore ways in which community organisations can work together to promote positive race relations.
•Suggest that your community develop a policy statement against all forms of racial discrimination.
B. In schools
•Object to racist jokes and insults.
•Organise an intercultural music or film festival.
•Invite guests to speak on racism and human rights.
•Organise a poster or essay contest.
•Show films on prejudice, stereotyping, discrimination and racism.
•Examine the contents of television, film, radio and newspapers for stereotypes. Identify and discuss the stereotypes.
•Find out about human rights organisations in your area and what role they play.
•Suggest that your class or school develop a policy statement against all forms of racial discrimination.
•In the workplace
Object to racist jokes and insults:
•Encourage dialogue on racism and human rights.
•Organise a lunch time film series.
•Encourage human rights awareness at union meetings through guest speakers, films or other presentations.
•Examine hiring practices to ensure equality of opportunity for all.
•Develop clear policy statements against all forms of racial discrimination and define ways to make them work through cooperation and consensus.