Race, Ethnicity, and Culture

The one-drop rule is a historical principle of racial classification from the United States that dictated anyone with even a single ancestor of African descent was considered Black. Although this concept emerged in the US during the 19th and 20th centuries, its influence continues to shape perceptions of race and identity today, even in the […]

Eight Black men were removed from an American Airlines flight because of a complaint about body odour — but it had nothing to do with their hygiene. Photo: Pexels This past week, I had an uncomfortable flashback to something that happened to me more than a decade ago (on January 19, 2010, to be exact) while I was living in

A Call to Action for Employers As Mental Health Awareness Week approaches, it’s imperative for employers, colleagues, and Mental Health First Aiders to prioritise the well-being of their most vulnerable and often overlooked colleagues. The intersection of racism and mental health presents a complex and pressing issue. Ethnically diverse individuals are not only more likely

Racism is often associated with overt acts of discrimination and hatred, but a subtler form—low-key racism—permeates many aspects of daily life. Allison Wiltz’s article, “When White People Try to Hide Their Racism, They Use These Phrases,” delves into the ways some individuals avoid discussing racism, highlighting the pervasive nature of low-key racism and its impacts.

In a recent controversy, Nigel Farage’s comments about Prime Minister Rishi Sunak have sparked a significant debate about the underlying messages and implications of such statements. While Farage’s criticisms were framed around patriotism and respect for British history and culture, there are deeper, more troubling undertones that resonate with many Black and Brown individuals in

In the midst of a global Black Renaissance, characterised by vibrant expressions in music, art, literature, and more, there’s a growing realisation about a silent but pervasive form of child abuse—parents instilling racist ideologies in their children. This cultural rebirth is vividly alive in cities, towns, and countries, where Black excellence flourishes, and its impact

Race is a social construct, intricately woven into the fabric of societies worldwide. Its historical roots trace back to a time when the belief in the superiority of white skin tone and certain physical features reigned supreme. This constructed narrative supplanted the biological explanations that once attributed Black features to geographic adaptations. The concept of