Tag: Racism
The ABC’s racism review is scathing. Can Aunty find the strength of character to properly address it?
The Listen Loudly, Act Strongly report lays out systemic racism at the national broadcaster. In the face of external attack, the ABC needs to stand up for its culturally diverse staff.
Kamala Harris refers to herself as a ‘woman of colour’. Is it okay if everyone else does too?
While the phrase has a long history, it’s a complex one, too.
Alice Springs is under a snap curfew. But where’s the evidence it will actually work to reduce violence?
After some violent incidents, the town is under a curfew from 10pm to 6am. But evidence from cities in Australia and the United States suggest it will bring little benefit.
The government is drafting anti-hate speech laws. Here are 4 things they should include
Many people agree freedom of speech has its limits and the law has some role to play in prohibiting harmful speech. But what should these laws look like?
Is Australia a racist country? We asked 5 experts
While there is no simple answer to the question, our experts all agree Australia has a serious problem when it comes to racism.
Spectator racism is still rife in Australia’s major football codes – new research shows it may even be getting worse
New research shows racism among sports fans in Australia is still rife. White footy fans need to report racism – otherwise they’re giving a free kick to bigots.
First Nations imprisonment is already at a record high. Unless government policy changes, it will only get worse
Lowering Indigenous incarceration rates is a key aim of the Closing The Gap targets, but there are more First Nations people behind bars than ever. How did this happen and what can fix it?
50 years after Evonne Goolagong's Australian Open win, we should remember her achievements – and the racism she overcame
The Wiradjuri woman will be feted at this year’s Australian Open for her remarkable career. But this is also an opportunity for truth-telling.
By reviewing the name of the Baden-Powell Award, Scouts Australia is grappling with its colonial past
Like many other institutions, Scouts is caught in an awkward gap between tradition and modernity, as society grapples with colonial figures who were heroes to some, but not others.
'Cheap police': Four Corners shows the dangers of private policing in the NT and why First Nations people are more at risk
The ABC Four Corners episode ‘Guarded’ shows an increase of private policing and security in the Northern Territory. These privatised security measures need legislation to ensure community safety.
The failed referendum is a political disaster, but opportunity exists for those brave and willing to embrace it
The Voice to Parliament has failed. What does this mean for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people?
'No safe space in society': new UN report reveals the extent of systemic racism faced by people of African descent in Australia
The UN working group visited Australia for the first time in December last year. Their task was to evaluate the human rights situation of people of African descent living in Australia.
7 ways to look after yourself and your community before and after the Voice referendum
The Voice to Parliament referendum is bringing about harmful discussions, affecting First Nations people. There are ways to support better wellbeing during this time.
Racism and democracy: why claims of ‘division by race’ in the NZ election and Voice referendum need challenging
Arguments against including Indigenous cultural perspectives and experiences in public policy have spilled over into prejudice and racism on both sides of the Tasman. That harms democracy.
How hate speech during the Voice campaign can harm personal wellbeing, as well as democracy
Since the Indigenous Voice to Parliament was announced, there has been an increase of hate speech and personal attacks. Hate speech and misinformation can cause physical and mental harm.
