Stereotypes. We might not like to admit it, but we all have internalized some of them. What’s more, they are reinforced by the media we consume on a daily basis. Why is it, for example, that black athletes are praised for their ‘physicality’, while white athletes are praised for their vision or technical abilities? Could this be due to socially constructed perspectives on race and ethnicity? In this workshop “How to tackle internalized biases?”, you will learn how to be critical of these kinds of descriptions and stereotypes.
Looking closely at sports, music, migration, as well as overall cultural representation, this workshop will use recent research findings to show how ethno-racial biases and inequalities manifest themselves within our daily life. In turn, practices will be presented on how to actively take a critical stance towards them. Where do certain stereotypes come from and how do we actively resist them?
The workshop will be given by Sophie Sasse, lecturer and researcher at the Erasmus School of History, Culture, and Communication. Together with prof. dr. Jacco van Sterkenburg, dr. Julian Schaap, dr. Amanda Paz Alencar and prof. dr. Pauwke Berkers, she worked to develop this workshop based on their research findings. In addition, Jacco van Sterkenburg, Professor 'Race', Inclusion and Communication, will be there to present his research findings on sports media and stereotypes. Spots are limited, so sign up now! No prior knowledge necessary, open for students from all schools!
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Date: Monday 21 February 2022
Time: 16:00 – 17:30 Doors open: 15:45
Location: Polak 1-21
Entrance: Free- Related links
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