noun
- Prejudice, discrimination, or systemic opposition directed against Black people; racism specifically targeting Black individuals and communities.
Usage: Contemporary usage; often used in academic and social justice contexts; Emphasizes anti-Black racism as a distinct form of racial discrimination
Examples
- Scholars have documented how antiblackism has shaped housing policies and economic inequality.
- The movement seeks to address antiblackism in criminal justice systems.
- Antiblackism persists in many institutions despite decades of civil rights efforts.
- Understanding antiblackism requires examining both historical and contemporary practices.
- The organization works to combat antiblackism through education and advocacy.
- Antiblackism affects employment opportunities, healthcare access, and educational outcomes.