Hi there I have two young children of mixed race. I am after some tips on how to educate them on racism and give them the skills to deal with it. My partner is of African descent and experiences racism regularly . How do you educate a young child that people may treat them differently because of their skin? What do you do in your mixed family? Thanks so much!
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Hi im, I have to say that I don't, really. I educate others that my child is more than her skin or her eyes. I won't discuss her looks for ten minutes with strangers or how 'beautiful mixed children are' like others I've seen.
I won't discuss her heritage, or where she comes from. She comes from Sydney.
They're taught about diversity and is aware that everybody looks different. probably from her family is more aware and less bothered!
I think she knows already that people can't help point out her looks. And hopefully shes heard enough from me to know how to handle it.
Pointing out differences is one thing, being mean is another, and if a child is being mean they will be dealt with. That's not a reflection on
However I have to add, my children are brown skinned and haven't really had an issue, as it's a bit more common, whereas our friend has much darker skin and seems to cop a lot more. I still don't think they should be educated to expect to be treated differently, even if they are the only one in the class with their colour skin, looks are irrelevant.
It's tough though.