RACISM AND SEXISM The transformation of prejudice, based

RACISM AND SEXISM The transformation of prejudice, based on race or gender through the exercise of power and authority against the group defined as inferior by individuals and institutions or organizations with the intentional or unintentional support of the culture. Viewgraph #21-1 FACTORS IN DEVELOPMENT OF RACISM AND SEXISM

Viewgraph #21-2 Contact Social visibility Unequal power Ethnocentrism Competition Stereotypes Sex-role socialization PERSONAL RACIST AND SEXIST BEHAVIORS

Viewgraph #21-3 Paternalism Ignoring Speaking for Testimonials Ethnic, racists, sexists jokes frequent interruptions Stereotypical language Titles and ranks Denying opportunities Dubious supervision FACTORS THAT SUPPORT RACISM AND SEXISM

Viewgraph #21-4 Reference groups Conformity to norms Self-fulfilling prophecy Pro-sexism / racism SOCIAL PROBLEMS CREATED BY RACISM AND SEXISM

Viewgraph #21-5 Ineffective use of abilities Adverse impact on national income Deviant behavior acted out Innergroup tensions in community Adverse impact on U.S. In world affairs STRATEGIES FOR COMBATING RACISM AND SEXISM

Viewgraph #21-6 Awareness Education Legislation Participation Self-analyze Acknowledge and understand Differences Commanders responsibility