How does racism affect society?

Discover how racism impacts society and explore practical strategies for young people to address and combat racial inequalities.

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Understanding Racism and Its Effects on Society Racism is a severe problem that has existed for a long time in many places around the world, including the UK. Racism means treating people unfairly because they are from different races or ethnicities. Over time, these unfair beliefs have led to some people being treated worse than others because of their race, which has affected society's rules, economy, and how people interact. Racism has many negative effects, touching every part of life, like education, jobs, health care, and housing. By understanding how racism affects these areas, we can see how big the...
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