Discrimination is linked to suicidal thoughts across groups, often through depression and anxiety, a new global review finds.
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A growing movement is urging the APA to address antisemitism within its ranks and uphold its stated ethical principles.
The verdict in the Chris Kaba case has stirred debate on police accountability and the importance of personal responsibility in preventing tragedy.
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Racism and Xenophobia Are on the Rise – But Some Immigrants Aren’t Helping Matters
by Ada Akpalaby Ada AkpalaDenzel Washington, widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of all time, is known not only for his impeccable acting skills but also for his occasional yet thought-provoking commentary …
Vaughan Gething emerged victorious in the Welsh Labour Party leadership contest on Saturday, positioning himself to make history as Wales’ first Black leader and Europe’s first Black head of government.
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The Type of White Normativity That Activists Convieniently Ignore
by Ada Akpalaby Ada AkpalaAn article in The Guardian earlier this year boldly proclaimed, “Women of Bangladeshi and Pakistani heritage earn almost a third less than white British men”.
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“They Don’t Like You Because You’re Black” – Injecting Racial Poison into Children’s Minds
by Ada Akpalaby Ada AkpalaI began contemplating various incidents where children were exposed to racially charged ideas and rhetoric.
Whenever debates on knife crime arise, it’s only a matter of time before the discussion shifts to the practice of stop and search.
In a recent case, a 25-year-old British Asian man, Asad Farooq, is suing Liverpool Football Club, alleging racial discrimination after his job application for an administrative role was rejected.
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Reverse Racism – We Are Still Debating Who Can or Cannot Be Racist
by Ada Akpalaby Ada AkpalaA White woman wrote an advice column in the Guardian, asking whether people of colour could be racist and if racism towards White individuals was “a real thing”.
Reducing health disparities in incidence and mortality for major types of cancers can be aided by sophisticated computer modelling efforts, according to new, wide-ranging perspectives.
Adolescents of colour with a disability or special healthcare need (SHCN) were almost twice as likely to experience racial discrimination compared to peers of colour without SHCNs.
June is the annual Pride month for the LGBTQIA+ community, and it’s more than just a chance for brands and celebrities to sell rainbow merchandise.
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Restating the Obvious – Exclusion Based on Race Is Never OK
by Ada Akpalaby Ada AkpalaBristol is a place I’ve only visited once, but that trip left a lasting impression on me.
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How the Fear of Racism Negatively Impacts Interracial Dialogue
by Ada Akpalaby Ada AkpalaLast summer, my husband and I went to an outdoor jazz festival in Birmingham.