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Advancing Racial Equity and Justice: Understanding BIPOC History in the Current Context

The Aspen Institute via YouTube

Overview

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Explore a comprehensive plenary session on advancing racial equity and justice, focusing on the history of Black and Indigenous People of Color (BIPOC) in the United States. Delve into Arnold Chandler's research on racism and discrimination, examining its impact on young adults and communities of color. Learn about current strategies and solutions aimed at supporting BIPOC communities, while recognizing their resilience and success. Hear insights from Aspen Opportunity Youth Forum network representatives as they connect the research to local community-based efforts and discuss effective collaborative work for black and indigenous youth. Discover specific strategies addressing the triple pandemics of health crisis, racism, and economic downturn. Enjoy musical performances by Dom Jones, opening with her new single "Sayin' Nothing'" and during intermission. Gain a deeper understanding of intergenerational mobility, equity, life course outcomes, and the challenges faced by BIPOC in areas such as education, health, and housing.

Syllabus

Intro
Song
Welcome
Project Overview
Agenda
Intergenerational Mobility
What is Equity
Life Course Outcomes
Intergenerational Transmission of Disadvantage
Turning a College Degree into Income
Reducing Health Benefits
Passing on Benefits to Children
High Poverty Neighborhoods
PlaceBased Disadvantages
Segregation in the South
Structural Racism

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The Aspen Institute

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