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A Commentary on "Racism Within the Deaf Community"
American Annals of the Deaf
|April 8, 2024
Summary
This study revisits "Racism Within the Deaf Community," examining persistent racial inequities and systemic racism affecting Black Deaf individuals in education and employment. It offers perspectives on dismantling these barriers for future progress.
Area of Science:
- Sociology of race and ethnicity
- Deaf studies
- Social justice in education and employment
Background:
- The seminal 1972 article "Racism Within the Deaf Community" by Anderson & Bowe addressed racial issues.
- The Civil Rights Movement influenced early discussions on racism affecting Black Deaf and hearing communities.
- Significant time has passed, necessitating an update on racial dynamics within the Deaf community.
Purpose of the Study:
- To update the 1972 analysis of racism within the Deaf community.
- To examine contemporary racial inequities in educational and employment attainment for Black Deaf individuals.
- To explore Black Deaf individuals' experiences with institutional and systemic racism and their recommendations for change.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative analysis of personal experiences with institutional and systemic racism.
- Exploration of perspectives on dismantling racism in the Deaf community.
- Review and update of the original 1972 article's findings in light of current issues.
Main Results:
- Identifies ongoing racial inequity in educational and employment outcomes for Black Deaf persons.
- Documents personal experiences of institutional and systemic racism within the Deaf community.
- Highlights the need for continued efforts to address and dismantle racism.
Conclusions:
- Persistent racial inequities require ongoing attention and action within the Deaf community.
- Dismantling institutional and systemic racism is crucial for the progress of Black Deaf individuals.
- Future strategies must incorporate the lived experiences and perspectives of the Black Deaf community.
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