Diversity & Inclusion
DEFINITIONS
Ally - Someone who makes the commitment and effort to recognize their privilege (based on gender, class, race, sexual identity, etc.) and work in solidarity with oppressed groups in the struggle for justice. Allies understand that it is in their own interest to end all forms of oppression, even those from which they may benefit in concrete ways.
Discrimination - The unequal treatment of members of various groups based on race, gender, social class, sexual orientation, physical ability, religion and other categories.
Diversity - is the range of human differences, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religious or ethical values system, national origin, and political beliefs.
Equity - the quality of being fair or impartial; the guarantee of fair treatment, access, opportunity, and advancement for all while striving to identify and eliminate barriers that have prevented the full participation of some groups. The principle of equity acknowledges that there are historically under-served and under-represented populations and that fairness regarding these unbalanced conditions is needed to assist equality in the provision of effective opportunities to all groups.
Implicit (Unconscious) Bias - Also known as unconscious or hidden bias, implicit biases are negative associations that people unknowingly hold. They are expressed automatically, without conscious awareness.
Inclusion - Authentically bringing traditionally excluded individuals and/or groups into processes, activities, and decision/policy making in a way that shares power and ensures equal access to opportunities and resources.
Prejudice - A pre-judgment or unjustifiable, and usually negative, attitude of one type of individual or groups toward another group and its members. Such negative attitudes are typically based on unsupported generalizations (or stereotypes) that deny the right of individual members of certain groups to be recognized and treated as individuals with individual characteristics.
Privilege - Unearned social power accorded by the formal and informal institutions of society to ALL members of a dominant group (e.g. white privilege, male privilege, etc.).
Race - A grouping of humans based on shared physical or social qualities into categories viewed as distinct by society.
Racism - A belief that race is the primary determinant of human traits and capacities and that racial differences produce an inherent superiority of a particular race
DIVERSITY & INCLUSION RESOURCES
Books for Children
Books to support conversations on race, racism and resistance
Coretta Scott King Book Award Winners - Awards are given to outstanding African American authors and illustrators of books for children and young adults that demonstrate an appreciation of African American culture and universal human values.
Check out this list of 31 Children's books to support conversations on race, racism and resistance
Books for Teens and Adults
Check out this list of books recommended for adults and teens.
Podcasts
DISCLAIMER: The views and opinions expressed in these podcasts are those of the creators and do not necessarily reflect the official policies or positions of Franklin Community School Corporation.
LGBTQ+
Includes resources for students, parents and educators
Social Media Pages
Check out these Facebook pages for resources on raising anti-racist kids.
Raising Race Conscious Children
Other Social Media pages to check out for resources and information.
Videos & Movies
Just Mercy
13th (Netflix, Youtube)
Becoming (Netflix)
LA 92 (Netflix, Amazon Prime)
Let It Fall: Los Angeles 1982-1992 (Netflix, Amazon Prime)
Strong Island (Netflix)
The Central Park Five (Amazon Prime)
The Force (Netflix, Amazon Prime)
Time: The Kalief Browder Story (available on Netflix)
When They See Us (Netflix)
Whose Streets? (Amazon Prime, Hulu)
History of Redlining- Indianapolis, IN
A Conversation on Race - Series of short films
Who, Me, Biased? - Series of short clips
How do be empower kids to be boldly anti-racist? (For Parents and Educators)
How to Talk to Kids About Race
How I Teach Kids about Racism (Kindergarten & 1st Grade) (For Educators)
Let's Talk About Race (For Kids)
Sesame Street: Color of Me Song (For Kids)
Additional Resources
Blogs, toolkits
75 Things White People Can Do for Racial Justice
A Pastorial Letter for such a time as this- The Corners Blog by Nadia Bolz-Weber
Dear White People, This is What We Want You to Do
Jenna Arnold’s resources (books and people to follow)
Rachel Ricketts’ anti-racism resources
Resources for White People to Learn and Talk About Race and Racism
Save the Tears: White Woman’s Guide by Tatiana Mac
Showing Up For Racial Justice’s educational toolkits
The White Families' Guide to talking about Racism - includes talking points and helpful information on having this important conversation with your family. (Purchase option available)
“Why is this happening?” — an introduction to police brutality from 100 Year Hoodie