What it means to be anti-racist

by Anna North | 2020 | News Article/Publication
Discusses the distinction between 'not racist' and 'anti-racist', framing the latter as a practice that must be developed and refined over time

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In this article, Anna North discusses ‘what it means to be anti-racist’ by distinguishing ‘not racist’ from ‘anti racist’.

‘Not racist’ is defined as mere statement and stance of neutrality whereas ‘Anti racist’ is defined as a practice that actively opposes systemic racism. North refers to the history of anti-racism, which has its roots in abolition, the post emancipation society and 20th century civil rights movements to illustrate that it’s not sufficient to be a non-racist.

Additionally, North provides recommendations and several resources to practice and commit to anti racism.