Category: Discrimination

  • Understanding of Race and Ethnicity and the Components of Discrimination and Stereotyping

    Introduction Racial and ethnical discrimination and stereotypes are important issues that contemporary society faces. In this paper, we are going to address the issues of race and ethnicity and define and analyze the components of discrimination and stereotyping. Historical and contemporary perspectives on discriminatory practices Contemporary discrimination practices have their roots in the history of…

  • Experiences of Institutional Racism at an Early Age

    Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion Works Cited Introduction In this study, the authors aimed to examine how experiences of institutional racism at an early age translate to orientations towards activism in the black community, specifically among black adolescents transitioning to young adults. Similarly, Elan et al. were interested in how the role of racial…

  • Racism: Ku Klux Klan Case Study

    Table of Contents Introduction Synopsis of the Book Conclusion Critique Works Cited Introduction The Ku Klux Klan is considered as one of most racist and anti-Semantic group in the US. It employs all forms of techniques to achieve its interests. It is not surprising that the group employs violence to achieve its wishes and desires.…

  • The Non-recognition of Multiple Discrimination

    Multiple discrimination is discrimination against one person on several grounds at once. For example, a black woman with disabilities may face discrimination based on her disability, race, and gender. Considering this phenomenon and its implications for equality legislation is a necessary outcome of recognizing that people have multiple identities, that is, individuals. One of the…

  • On White Privilege, Colorblindness, and Racism

    Table of Contents Introduction What is White Privilege? The Concept of Colorblindness Conclusion References Introduction To be able or not to be able is a question. The critical theory that our class has been studying so far is way beyond simply critical theories; it is about one’s ability to perceive and engage with the complex…

  • Sexual Harassment Like Discrimination Form

    Table of Contents Section 1 Section 2 Section 3 References Section 1 Brademore Electric Corporation is the enterprise sticking to ethical norms and regulations in business running. The case under analysis discloses the Keith Sturdivant’s unethical behavior in relation to his assistant Maura who has been employed only for several weeks. Keith’s invitations directed to…

  • Racial Profiling: Issues Connected to Discrimination

    In the present-day world, there are plenty of issues connected to various forms of discrimination. One of them is known as racial profiling and is used primarily in police investigations. Teasley et al. consider it as “an act of injustice that uses race as the foundation for shaping perceptions” (37). Such an issue is common…

  • “Miles of Aisles of Sexism” by Hoffman

    The article Miles of Aisles of Sexism by Hoffman demonstrates how toy stores are resistant to change and entrenched within the sex-role stereotypes and the bold adoration of war. As a result, boys are crushing, blasting, striking, and destroying during their playtime, while girls are diapering, clearing, and grooming (Hoffman, 2008). Further, aisles of girls’…

  • Hooters, Inc. Discrimination Case

    Table of Contents Introduction Discussion Conclusion References Introduction Discriminatory methods are referred to by the terms disparate effect and unnecessary treatment. While different treatment is purposeful, the disparate effect is sometimes referred to as unintended discrimination. The words unfavorable impact and adverse treatment are occasionally employed as an alternative. Disparate impact arises when seemingly neutral…

  • Social Inequality and Discrimination in the US

    The United States is one of the most diverse countries in the world. However, it grapples with widespread social inequality and discrimination issues that occasionally threaten to tear it apart. The problem of social inequality in the country has continued to widen the gap between the rich and the poor over the years. The African…