School communities are highly diverse, representing a wealth of different knowledge, ideas and experiences. Encounters with racism and discrimination are no different.
Developing a shared understanding of key concepts, terminology and contemporary student experience is a great foundation for future action in this area.
For everyone
Podcast
Racism: When it happens at school, we pick it up
Chapter 1 introduces the issue of racism and discrimination in Victorian secondary schools. We discuss some of the key definitions and take a look at what the current data is telling us.
In Chapter 2 we enlist the help of prominent academics and former students to provide insight into racism in schools from those who have experienced it.
In Chapter 3 we explore some of the reasons why racism is sometimes difficult to recognise, and often challenging to talk about.
In Chapter 4 we look at what schools can do – and what they are already doing – to proactively address racism and discrimination, and to create safe and inclusive environments for students.
Watch a young person’s story
Schools Standing Up To Racism
Mohamed’s Story
Book a Shout Out speaker
Shout Out is a public speakers agency run by CMY, that trains and nurtures young people from migrant and refugee backgrounds to share their experiences and views with a wider audience.
Speakers are available to deliver fresh, engaging and thought-provoking perspectives to school and community audiences, on the topic of racism and discrimination.
Find out more and book a speaker
Watch our online training module
Schools Standing Up to Racism