Implicit Bias and Trayvon’s Legacy

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Implicit Bias and Trayvon’s Legacy

Monday, September 9, 2013

By Tara Andrews, Esq. The racial implications of Trayvon Martin’s death and George Zimmerman’s acquittal are undeniable and are commanding a much-needed response. The public debate thus far has focused on overt racism. I contend, however, that overt racism alone didn’t kill Trayvon Martin. Implicit bias was a key accomplice in Trayvon’s death. Implicit bias… Continue Reading Implicit Bias and Trayvon’s Legacy

Top Five on Friday

Friday, July 19, 2013

By Katie Stanton Social Media & Online Engagement Manager, YWCA USA Today, we’re starting a new weekly tradition on the YWCA USA blog. Each Friday, we’ll post the five most important, need-to-know, must-read stories from around the Web to share with you. These stories are the ones that made us think, that taught us something… Continue Reading Top Five on Friday

Some Things to Remember as We Talk about Race, Identity and Trayvon Martin

Thursday, July 18, 2013

By Qudsia Jafree Senior Policy & Advocacy Associate, Racial Justice and Civil Rights This week, the U.S. has been involved in an important, nationwide conversation about racial profiling and civil rights. This conversation has involved voices from every side of the political and social spectrum, discussing everything from Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law and when/to… Continue Reading Some Things to Remember as We Talk about Race, Identity and Trayvon Martin