{"id":4075,"date":"2023-07-05T08:59:33","date_gmt":"2023-07-05T08:59:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mpelembe.net\/?p=4075"},"modified":"2023-07-07T06:24:29","modified_gmt":"2023-07-07T06:24:29","slug":"why-we-removed-life-long-links","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mpelembe.net\/index.php\/why-we-removed-life-long-links\/","title":{"rendered":"Why we removed life long links"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"chat-history-scroll-container ng-tns-c2515657755-1 show-bottom-shadow ng-trigger ng-trigger-resetChat\">\n<div class=\"conversation-container ng-tns-c2515657755-1 ng-star-inserted\">\n<div class=\"ng-tns-c1699076064-7\">\n<div class=\"response-container ng-tns-c1428285441-8 response-container-has-multiple-responses response-container-small-bottom\">\n<div class=\"presented-response-container ng-tns-c1428285441-8\">\n<div class=\"response-container-content ng-tns-c1428285441-8\">\n<div class=\"response-content ng-trigger ng-trigger-responsePopulation ng-tns-c1428285441-8 ng-animate-disabled\">\n<div class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<p><span class=\"legendSpanClass\"><span class=\"xn-chron\">July 5, 2023<\/span><\/span> \/World\/ \u2014 Racism is not just focused on youth, but it is true that young people are more likely to experience overt racism than adults. There are a few reasons for this.<!--more--><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Young people are more likely to be in school, where they are more likely to be exposed to racist bullying and microaggressions.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Young people are more likely to be out and about in public, where they are more likely to be the targets of racist comments or actions.<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Young people are more likely to be online, where they are more likely to be exposed to racist content.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In addition, young people are still developing their sense of identity and self-worth, so they may be more vulnerable to the negative effects of racism. Racism can lead to feelings of isolation, anxiety, depression, and anger. It can also make it difficult for young people to achieve their full potential.<\/p>\n<p>It is important to note that not all young people of color experience overt racism. However, the fact that it is more common for them to do so is a sign of the systemic racism that exists in our society.<\/p>\n<p>As for your question about whether racism is just black youth amplifying rebellion, I don&#8217;t think that&#8217;s the case. Racism is a real and pervasive problem that affects people of color of all ages. Young people may be more vocal about their experiences with racism, but that doesn&#8217;t mean that they are the only ones who are affected.<\/p>\n<p>I think it&#8217;s important to listen to the voices of young people of color and to take their experiences seriously. We need to address the systemic racism that is causing them harm. We also need to create spaces where young people can feel safe and supported, and where they can learn about their rights and how to advocate for themselves.<\/p>\n<p>I&#8217;m glad to hear that you have not experienced overt racism as an adult. However, I want to encourage you to listen to the experiences of others and to be an ally in the fight against racism. We all have a role to play in creating a more just and equitable society.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some ways that black adults can educate the youth about racism:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Talk to them about their own experiences with racism.<\/strong>\u00a0This can help young people to understand that racism is real and that it can have a negative impact on people&#8217;s lives.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Help them to identify racist language and behavior.<\/strong>\u00a0This can help young people to understand how racism manifests itself in the world around them.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Teach them about the history of racism in the United States.<\/strong>\u00a0This can help young people to understand how racism has shaped our society and how it continues to impact people of color today.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Encourage them to speak up against racism.<\/strong>\u00a0This can help young people to feel empowered to challenge racism and to make a difference in the world.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Provide them with resources on racism.<\/strong>\u00a0This can help young people to learn more about racism and to find ways to take action against it.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>It is important to be age-appropriate when educating young people about racism. For example, you may want to start by talking to younger children about the concept of fairness and how everyone should be treated equally. As they get older, you can start to talk to them about more specific examples of racism and how it can impact people&#8217;s lives.<\/p>\n<p>It is also important to be sensitive to the individual experiences of young people of color. Some young people may have had more negative experiences with racism than others. It is important to create a safe space where young people can feel comfortable talking about their experiences and asking questions.<\/p>\n<p>By educating the youth about racism, we can help to create a more just and equitable society for everyone.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some additional resources that black adults can use to educate the youth about racism:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The National Museum of African American History and Culture:<\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/nmaahc.si.edu\/<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Anti-Defamation League:<\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/www.adl.org\/<\/li>\n<li><strong>The Southern Poverty Law Center:<\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/www.splcenter.org\/<\/li>\n<li><strong>Teaching Tolerance:<\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/www.teachingtolerance.org\/<\/li>\n<li><strong>Colorlines:<\/strong>\u00a0https:\/\/www.colorlines.com\/<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"chat-history-scroll-container ng-tns-c2515657755-1 show-bottom-shadow ng-trigger ng-trigger-resetChat\">\n<div class=\"conversation-container ng-tns-c2515657755-1 ng-star-inserted\">\n<div class=\"ng-tns-c1699076064-49\">\n<div class=\"response-container ng-tns-c1428285441-50 response-container-has-multiple-responses response-container-small-bottom\">\n<div class=\"presented-response-container ng-tns-c1428285441-50\">\n<div class=\"response-container-content ng-tns-c1428285441-50\">\n<div class=\"response-content ng-trigger ng-trigger-responsePopulation ng-tns-c1428285441-50 ng-animate-disabled\">\n<div class=\"markdown markdown-main-panel\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<p>equality, diversity, and inclusivity:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Building lifelong connections<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Creating lasting bonds<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Fostering meaningful relationships<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Encouraging cross-cultural understanding<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Promoting diversity and inclusion<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>Building a more just and equitable world<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>These phrases all emphasize the importance of creating connections between people from different backgrounds and experiences. They also highlight the importance of equality, diversity, and inclusivity.<\/p>\n<p>Here are some additional thoughts on choosing the right phrase for our community:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Consider your target audience.<\/strong>\u00a0Who are you trying to reach with your message? What words and phrases will resonate with them?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Be clear about your values.<\/strong>\u00a0What do you stand for? What kind of community do you want to create?<\/li>\n<li><strong>Use language that is inclusive and welcoming.<\/strong>\u00a0Avoid words or phrases that could be seen as offensive or exclusionary.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Written by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/in\/smbale\/\">Sam Mbale<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"response-footer ng-tns-c1699076064-49\">\n<div class=\"actions-container ng-star-inserted\">\n<div class=\"buttons-container ng-star-inserted\"><span style=\"font-family: Bitter, Georgia, serif; font-size: 22px;\">Search related topics<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"factuality-form-4\" class=\"related-search-footer ng-tns-c1699076064-49\">\n<div class=\"factuality-container\">\n<div class=\"factuality-content\"><a class=\"factuality-link mdc-button mat-mdc-button mat-primary gmat-mdc-button-with-prefix mat-mdc-button-base gmat-mdc-button ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/cse.google.com\/cse?cx=904a948de889c47dc#gsc.tab=0&amp;gsc.q=What%20is%20another%20word%20for%20diversity%20and%20inclusion%3F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-disabled=\"false\"><span class=\"mdc-button__label\">What is another word for diversity and inclusion?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"factuality-form-0\" class=\"related-search-footer ng-tns-c1699076064-7\">\n<div class=\"factuality-container\">\n<div class=\"factuality-content\"><a class=\"factuality-link mdc-button mat-mdc-button mat-primary gmat-mdc-button-with-prefix mat-mdc-button-base gmat-mdc-button ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/cse.google.com\/cse?cx=904a948de889c47dc#gsc.tab=0&amp;gsc.q=What%20are%20the%20problems%20with%20black%20youth%3F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-disabled=\"false\"><span class=\"mdc-button__label\">What are the problems with black youth?<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<a class=\"factuality-link mdc-button mat-mdc-button mat-primary gmat-mdc-button-with-prefix mat-mdc-button-base gmat-mdc-button ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/cse.google.com\/cse?cx=904a948de889c47dc#gsc.tab=0&amp;gsc.q=How%20can%20we%20reduce%20discrimination%3F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" aria-disabled=\"false\"><span class=\"mdc-button__label\">How can we reduce discrimination?<\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"bottom-container ng-tns-c2515657755-1\">\n<div class=\"input-area-container ng-tns-c2515657755-1\">\n<div class=\"input-area\">\n<div class=\"mat-mdc-text-field-wrapper mdc-text-field ng-tns-c4046580774-2 mdc-text-field--outlined mdc-text-field--no-label\">\n<div class=\"mat-mdc-form-field-flex ng-tns-c4046580774-2\">\n<div class=\"mdc-notched-outline ng-tns-c4046580774-2 mdc-notched-outline--no-label ng-star-inserted\">\n<div class=\"mdc-notched-outline__leading\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"mdc-notched-outline__trailing\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>July 5, 2023 \/World\/ \u2014 Racism is not just focused on youth, but it is true that young people are more likely to experience<a class=\"moretag\" href=\"https:\/\/mpelembe.net\/index.php\/why-we-removed-life-long-links\/\">Read More&#8230;<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":169,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"googlesitekit_rrm_CAowu7GVCw:productID":"","_crdt_document":"","activitypub_content_warning":"","activitypub_content_visibility":"","activitypub_max_image_attachments":3,"activitypub_interaction_policy_quote":"anyone","activitypub_status":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[47],"tags":[8364,4219,675,8948,6833,8950,8942,744],"class_list":["post-4075","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-social","tag-cultural-racism","tag-institutional-racism","tag-racism","tag-racism-explained-to-my-daughter","tag-sam-mbale","tag-sam-mbale-search","tag-southern-poverty","tag-united-states"],"featured_image_src":"https:\/\/mpelembe.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/mpelembe-icon.jpg","blog_images":{"medium":"https:\/\/mpelembe.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/mpelembe-icon-300x300.jpg","large":"https:\/\/mpelembe.net\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/mpelembe-icon.jpg"},"ams_acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Why we removed life long links - Mpelembe Network<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"&quot;The word &#039;links&#039; in our name refers to the connections between people. 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