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Social Issues and Identity - Race

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African
African
[noun]

a person who is native to or lives in Africa

Ex: She is an African from Nigeria. 
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African American

a person of African origin who is born in or living in the United States

Ex: The documentary highlighted the experiences of African Americans throughout history. 
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ancestry
ancestry
[noun]

the people from whom a person is descended

Ex: She traced her ancestry back to the 16th century. 
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anti-racism

the practice, belief, or policies that oppose unfair treatment based on race

Ex: The school promotes anti-racism among students. 
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anti-racist

a person who opposes or works to prevent racial discrimination

Ex: She is a dedicated anti-racist in her community. 
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Arab
Arab
[noun]

a person whose family comes from the Arab world, especially the Middle East and North Africa

Ex: He is an Arab from Egypt. 
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Asian
Asian
[noun]

someone who is from Asia or their family came from Asia

Ex: Many Asians celebrate Lunar New Year. 
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Asian American

a person in the United States whose family originates from Asia, especially East Asia

Ex: She identifies as an Asian American. 
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background

the details about someone's family, experience, education, etc.

Ex: During the interview, they asked about my educational background. 
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biracial
biracial
[Adjective]

representing or involving members of two different races

Ex: The biracial child proudly embraces both sides of their cultural heritage, celebrating diversity and inclusivity. 
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black
black
[noun]

a person of African or African-American descent

Ex: Blacks have played a crucial role in the civil rights movement. 
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color
color
[noun]

the shade of a person's skin, often used to indicate their racial group

Ex: People should not face discrimination because of their color. 
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diversity
diversity
[noun]

the presence of a variety of distinct characteristics within a group

Ex: The museum's art collection showcased the diversity of human creativity, featuring works from numerous cultures and time periods. 
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ethnic
ethnic
[Adjective]

relating to a group of people with shared culture, tradition, history, language, etc.

Ex: The neighborhood celebrates its diverse ethnic heritage with cultural festivals and events. 
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ethnic group

a group of people who share a common culture, language, religion, or ancestry

Ex: The country is home to many ethnic groups. 
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ethnicity
ethnicity
[noun]

the state of belonging to a certain ethnic group

Ex: The census form asked respondents to indicate their ethnicity. 
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ethnic minority

a group whose national, cultural, or racial background is different from the majority population

Ex: Ethnic minorities often preserve unique languages and traditions. 
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European
European
[noun]

a person who is native to or lives in Europe

Ex: She is a European from France. 
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white
white
[noun]

a term used to describe people of European descent, typically with pale skin

Ex: The report analyzed the demographics, including the proportion of Whites in the population. 
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indigenous
indigenous
[Adjective]

relating to the original inhabitants of a particular region or country, who have distinct cultural, social, and historical ties to that land

Ex: The government implemented policies to protect the rights and traditions of indigenous peoples living in remote areas. 
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man of color

a man belonging to a racial or ethnic group that is not white

Ex: The program aims to support men of color in education. 
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minority
minority
[noun]

a small group of people who differ in race, religion, etc. and are often mistreated by the society

Ex: The festival celebrated the traditions of local minority populations. 
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mixed
mixed
[Adjective]

pertaining to or involving individuals from different racial or ethnic backgrounds

Ex: The community was known for its mixed heritage, with residents from a variety of racial backgrounds living together harmoniously. 
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mixed-race
mixed-race
[Adjective]

(of a person) having parents or ancestors from different racial backgrounds

Ex: The community has become more diverse, with many mixed-race families. 
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multi-ethnic
multi-ethnic
[Adjective]

involving or including several different ethnic groups

Ex: The city is known for its multi-ethnic population. 
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of color
of color
[phrase]

(of a person) belonging to a racial or ethnic group that is not white

Ex: The city has a large population of color. 
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race
race
[noun]

each of the main groups into which humans can be divided based on their physical attributes such as the color of their skin

Ex: While race can be a source of identity and pride for some, it has also been a source of division and oppression throughout history. 
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racism
racism
[noun]

harmful or unfair actions, words, or thoughts directed at people of different races, often based on the idea that one’s own race is more intelligent, moral, or worthy

Ex: She experienced racism at her new job. 
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racist
racist
[noun]

someone who believes one race has superiority over others and does not treat the members of those races fairly

Ex: The racist made offensive remarks during the discussion. 
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segregation

a social system or practice that keeps minority groups separate from the majority, often through separate facilities or services

Ex: Segregation in schools was common in the southern United States. 
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