In the article Brazil it's not fun to be black! by Santorri Chamley, The author discusses how "Afro-Brazilians" continue to be discriminated against in Brazil because of their Dark skin or curly hair. It points out how they are discriminated against in many places of their lives, including in their childhood, schools, workplaces, prison, stores, hotels, at the hands of judges, the police, landlords and even doctors.
I feel that by reading and understanding this article, I have opened my eyes to Racism and Racial Discrimination. It is easy to only see the racism shown in your own area, or country, but to be given the opportunity to see it from afar was quite interesting.
Link to "Brazil it's not fun to be Black!"
I know that racism and discrimination takes places in the US. It was nice to see a post where it shows how racism is worldwide. I wouldn’t think that racism would occur in other countries as widespread as it is here in the US.
ReplyDeleteDiscrimination comes in many forms. Your post states that “Afro-Brazilian” continue to be discriminated against because of their skin color or hair texture, but you did say how they were discriminated against? Are they unable to get jobs, housing, etc.? Are they being left out, bullied, and denied benefits?
I agree with Danielle. I don't know how they were discriminated as. But this was an interesting post. You'd be surprised how much racism there are in everyone on this planet. I don't know what separates us but I'm sure it's not skin colors or physical appearances. I think it's just us who separates each other. Maybe you can provide a link to this actual article next time : ]
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ReplyDeleteI have to agree with the previous two comments, it was definitely nice to see an article about racial discrimination outside of the U.S., but I wish there had been more in your response to the article. It's great that you tell us the article opened your eyes but, what was your stance before? How did the article change your perspective? Did it leave you with further questions about race and inequality?
ReplyDeleteThese are just some questions that might be helpful to keep in mind when blogging nest time : )
Jessica it was great to finally ready about some thinkg that happened outside of the united States! It is so sad that just by having different hair you can be discriminated against!
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