Race Is a Social Construct, Scientists Argue

You may know what race you are, but how would you prove it if someone disagreed with you? The fact is, race is a social and political construct that has evolved in fascinating and often confusing ways over the centuries.

Although race has no genetic or scientific basis, the concept of race is important and consequential. Societies use race to establish and justify systems of power, privilege, disenfranchisement, and oppression.

Racist pseudoscience may be on the rise, but science is no ally to racists. Instead, science and history can be powerful allies against bigotry, granting us the clearest view of how people actually are, rather than how we judge them to be.

To create an equal society, we must commit to making unbiased choices and being antiracist in all aspects of our lives.

Racism is a heart disease, and it’s curable.

No one likes to believe they’ve been given a leg up in life. But in truth, whether it’s by being white, or straight, or even just able to read, most of us have privilege.

An ally is anyone from a dominant or majority group that is working towards ending oppression by supporting and advocating for those in marginalized and oppressed groups. Becoming an ally is a process and it isn't always easy or comfortable.

Understanding the complexities and nuances of how white supremacy culture works is important. This book and website offer a way of understanding what white supremacy culture is, its characteristics, and 10 racial justice principles for guiding racial justice practice.

Recognizing white privilege begins with truly understanding the term itself.