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If you were reborn in a new life,
would you rather be alive in
the past or future?

#BLM
What comes to mind?

Protesting, demonstrating?
What's the difference?

Did you join the protest for
Black Lives Matter?

1. yes
2. no

Have you ever
particpated in a protest?

1. yes
2. no

What was the direct cause of the #BLM protests going on right now? Write down all you know.

What is the aim of the protests going on in the US right now? What do the protestors want?

In your own words,
explain what you think racism is.

Individual racism refers to the beliefs, attitudes, and actions of individuals that support or perpetuate racism in conscious and unconscious ways.

• prejudice, bias, stereotypes or generalizations about an individual or group based on race.

What do you think 'institutional racism' is?
(institution= organization, law, custom)

Institutional racism refers to patterns and structures within organisations and institutions that negatively impact some groups on the basis of race (i.e. the lack of resources, power and opportunities)

Institutioneel racisme is het systematisch uitsluiten, marginaliseren en discrimineren van bevolkingsgroepen door formele of informele regels. 

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How does institutional racism play
into the current situation
in the United States?

Click on the link on the next page and 

read the latest news about the 4 police officiers.

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All four police officiers involved
have been sacked.
What does sacked mean?

1. to be fired
2. to be sent away
3. to pack your bag
4. to lose your job

All four officiers have been charged.
Derek Chauvin has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
What does 'to be charged with' mean?

1st, 2nd and 3rd degree murder. Which is which?

1

2

3

not require proof that the defendant wanted the victim to die, only that their actions were dangerous and were carried out without regard to human life.

proof needed of intented to kill + requires premeditation

proof needed of intented to kill + related to crimes of passion

The other three officiers face
counts of aiding and abetting murder.
What does 'aiding and abetting' mean?

Around the world...

Racism is an ongoing hot topic.

You will listen to four different songs from 

different eras all promoting equality. 

Fill in the missing words and try to understand 

what the song is about.

A Change Is Gonna Come (1963) by Sam Cooke

This song was influential during the civil rights movement, particularly after Martin Luther King was killed. Some would say that it played a significant role in bringing white Americans to actively support the move towards equality.

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Imagine (1971) by John Lennon

This song encouraged a dialogue about war, famine and religion, but in a respectful and calm way. Calling for a unified world, where greed and violence don’t exist, this song about equality is an anthem that has inspired so many to fight for peace and love.

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What do you think about
celebrities singing this?
Is it appropriate?

Black or White (1991) by Michael Jackson

This is a human rights song and an open plea for racial harmony. Michael Jackson sings about his own experiences and observations of racism, while reminding us we are all equal. Released in 1991, this song still hits home in 2020.

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Can you name some of Michael Jackson's examples/observations
on racism?

Same Love (2012) by Macklemore

This song is about......

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This song is about....
(use a lyric to explain)

Go online, find a photo of a positive image 

dealing with racism

Add a screenshot of your picture here

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