We recently shared an article with you, “What is Othering?” by Kendra Cherry of verywell mind. Here are some key takeaways to consider:
- Cherry defines “othering” as “A phenomenon in which some individuals or groups are defined and labeled as not fitting in within the norms of a social group.”
- Othering can happen based on any number of intersecting identities.
- Othering “can result in the marginalization of people who are not part of the dominant social group,” and can lead to systemic discrimination.
- You can help to minimize othering by focusing on individuals rather than groups, recognizing your unconscious biases, and speaking up when you witness it.
Don’t just take our word for it – click here to read the article yourself!