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It's important to challenge racist language in
ways that avoid making young people feel
defensive.
Evidence suggests that feelings of
defensiveness can actually worsen any
underlying prejudiced attitudes.
Approaches encouraging reflection on the
TACKLING meaning and impact of the words are likely to
be more effective.
LANGUAGE Building an environment where racial
stereotypes and prejudice-based views can be
challenged constructively by everyone can help
to create inclusive learning environments.
This also helps to build the positive
relationships and collective resilience needed
to prevent bullying behaviour from occurring.
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