Talking with Children About Race and Bias

In today's social climate, conversations about race seem inevitable.  Parents are challenged with deciding when and how to have these conversations.  Some parents may wonder, is there an age too young to talk about race?  Silence about race can reinforce racism by allowing children to draw their own conclusions. These conclusions are shaped by society and can lead to implicit bias.  Come learn strategies on identifying and minimizing implicit bias and leave equipped with tools to guide your discussion with children about race.  

Presented by: 

Redgina Hill, PhD   Founder & CEO   Redgina Hill Consulting, LLC

 

Resources described  during the presentation:

Anderson Cooper Kid's Talk on Race
https://vimeo.com/12352000

What Kind of Asian Are You? - Microaggression video
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DWynJkN5HbQ

Children's Books
https://www.buzzfeed.com/mikespohr/childrens-books-about-race-and-racism