Anti-racism protests have spread to all 50 states and across the world since George Floyd died at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer last month. Floyd’s death followed several recent high-profile acts of racism committed against black people. White antiracists say there is a role for white people who want to be a part of this demand for justice, and it starts with a clear understanding of how to use white privilege as a force for change.
Guests:
Debby Irving, racial justice educator and author of "Waking Up White: And Finding Myself in the Story of Race."
Dr. Jacqueline Battalora, attorney and professor of sociology at Saint Xavier University, Chicago, author of "Birth of a White Nation: The Invention of White People and Its Relevance Today," and former Chicago police officer.
Resources:
For parents and children:
Books and resources to help kids understand racism
31 Children's books to support conversations on race, racism and resistance
For adults:
6 ways to be antiracist, because being 'not racist' isn't enough
Understanding and Dismantling Racism: A Booklist for White Readers
First, Listen. Then, Learn: Anti-Racism Resources For White People
