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Anti-Racism

Anti-racism is taking an active stance against racism, to uproot and dismantle discriminatory systems, policies, and attitudes. This process includes challenging and transforming structures that perpetuate racial inequalities.

At its core, anti-racism requires proactive action. It goes beyond just not being racist, but instead involves continuous learning, empathetic listening, and self-reflection. By understanding the impact of race and racism on marginalised communities, especially Aboriginal peoples and other people of colour, we acknowledge how we may unintentionally contribute to systemic bias and racism.

Anti-racism is a collective commitment to creating equality through systemic change, striving to ensure that power is justly distributed and shared. It’s a journey of conscientious action, aimed at creating a fairer, more just society for all.

In this Self-Guided Education Tour you will learn:

  • What anti-racism is.
  • How Australians experience racism.
  • What it means to be a good anti-racism ally.
  • How you can use resources and tools to support anti-racism actions in your life.

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Article

How to tell someone you love they’re being racist

Amnesty International

How to you clearly and effectively to help reduce casual racism

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Education Curriculum Resource

An Introduction to Unconscious Bias

Robbie Short Illustration

A video explaining unconscious bias and how to avoid it

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Web page

Guide To Allyship

Amélie Lamont

The Guide to Allyship is an open-source starter guide to help you become a more thoughtful and effective ally.

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Video

“White Immunity”: Working through the pitfalls of “privilege” discourse 

TEDx Talks

Ultimately calls for White people to develop greater racial empathy and responsibility.

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Elevator – Racism. It Stops With Me

Australian Human Rights Commission

The video highlight casual or everyday racism in a work environment

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Let’s Talk About Racism

Australian Human Rights Commission

This video explains why discrimination and racism are unfair, describing laws and individual responsibilities around racial discrimination.

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Web page

Among Family

Learning For Justice

How to speak up to the people closest to you about racism.

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What it means to be anti-racist

Vox

It’s not enough to be “not racist,” experts and educators say.

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Anti-Racism Resources for All Ages

University of South Carolina

This webpage offers a comprehensive collection of books, articles, and educational tools tailored for different age groups.

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Education Curriculum Resource

Education, Action and Change

Reconciliation South Australia

A guide designed to help educators address and combat racism in educational settings. It provides practical tools, strategies, and lesson plans to foster inclusive environments, promote understanding, and encourage students to challenge racism.

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Report

In Every Corner of Every Suburb

University of Technology Sydney

The register collects reports from individuals who have experienced or witnessed racism, providing a platform for voices that are often silenced.

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Factsheet

Common Myths and Misconceptions About Racism

Australian Human Rights Commission

This factsheet debunks widespread but inaccurate beliefs about racism. It clarifies that racism is not just individual prejudice but is deeply embedded in societal structures and institutions.

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Education Curriculum Resource

Racism No Way

NSW Government

Resources developed to support the delivery of anti-racism education in the classroom.

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Video

Racism. It stops with me | The hard questions

Australian Human Rights Commission

No matter how challenging the conversation, we need to talk about racism and the causes of inequality.

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Factsheet

How to be an Anti-Racism Ally

Amnesty International

This guide presents simple and practical advice for all of us, as we strive to better recognise and address racism.

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Web page

National Anti-Racism | Workplace Cultural Diversity Tool

Australian Human Rights Commission

Use the Workplace Cultural Diversity Tool to assess your workplace’s relationship to cultural diversity and anti-racism.

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PDF

National Anti-Racism | Community Guide

Australian Human Rights Commission

Outlines the principles, cross-cutting and sector-specific themes identified in the initial scoping phase.

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National Anti-Racism | Conversation and Consultation Guide

Australian Human Rights Commission

The Commission has developed a Conversation and Consultation Guide,x which organisations can draw on.

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Article

What is Anti Racism?

Veryu Well Mind

Anti-racism is a process of actively identifying and opposing racism.

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Report

National Anti-Racism | Scoping Report

Australian Human Rights Commission

An initial evidence-based summary of what the Commission heard during consultations.

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