My Rough Draft of a Super-Initiative

I think that since the problem of racism lies mainly people's ideology, it is important to analyze how their ideology is formed. Personally, I believe that a what we learn as we grow up comes from three sources: Our parents, our schooling (curriculum/teachers), and the media. All of these influences form our sometimes subconscious outlook on life and the people around us.

Since it is not possible to legally enforce what a parent teaches their child, it is important that schools meet requirements to expose their students to the history and present day nature of different races and culture. By learning about the past, students can appreciate where these groups and thier customs come from and how that connects to today. When sharing current information on different races, these teachers will be exposing students to the reality of racism today, making it harder to deny.

As for the media, I think that directors, producers, and others in the entertainment business, need to be conscious in the stereotypes that they promote. If current laws for equal opportunity are enforced, a variety of people can shape and mold the message that gets sent to so many mass media hungry kids and young adults.

What the younger generation of now does will shape our future. If the community steps up and pushes their government in implementing rules for curriculum and erradicating these media images, there is hope. It is only a first step since there are some peoples' opinions you will never change, but is a strong step.