Ethnocentrism and Racism
For this week’s discussion, share your thoughts about ethnocentrism and racism.
- Please refer to concepts covered in this week’s resources or activities.
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Select one of the following prompts to begin your discussion post this week:
- Describe a population you would like to work with. What stereotypes or forms of discrimination has this population faced?
- Describe institutional racism and share a specific example. How would you address this problem from a social work perspective?
- Explain the difference between cultural competence, cultural humility, and cultural curiosity. Why are these concepts important to social work practice?
- Share an agency or organization that promotes advancement of human rights and social, economic, or environmental justice for oppressed groups. What are the goals of the organization and what initiatives does it implement to help the community?