5 Ways to Be Antiracist Because Being 'Not Racist' Is Not Enough

5 Ways to Be Antiracist Because Being 'Not Racist' Is Not Enough

5 Ways to Be Antiracist Because Being 'Not Racist' Is Not Enough With nationwide protests against police brutality taking place, many people are looking for ways to fight for an antiracist future.

Here are five steps to take to establish antiracism in your life based on Ibram X.

Kendi's book, 'How to Be an Antiracist.'

Stop saying, “I’m not racist” By labeling yourself "not racist," you eliminate any chance of realizing how your own ideas, thoughts or actions could in fact be racist.

Identify racial inequities and disparities Learn more about inequities that give advantages to white people or any racial group over people of color.

Confront racist ideas you’ve held and still hold Reflect on whether you hold racist ideas and refer to organizations and activists who have outlined antiracist positions.

Ensure your antiracism is intersectional Race deals with multiple aspects, including gender, sexuality and ethnicity, so it is crucial to remember intersectionality while being antiracist.

Promote antiracist ideas and policies Consider supporting or donating to organizations that fight racist policies.