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Lies about Black People: How to Combat Racist Stereotypes and Why It Matters
Paperback
Black American StudiesGeneral Racism & Ethnic Studies
ISBN13: 9781493095483
Publisher: Prometheus Books
Published: May 5 2026
Pages: 230
Weight: 0.70
Height: 0.53 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Bold, unflinching, and urgent--a pioneering guide to dismantling racist stereotypes and creating real change.
From Black Lives Matter to the stark inequities exposed by COVID-19, America's history of racial bias demands a new approach to understanding and action. Award-winning diversity expert Dr. Omekongo Dibinga reveals how even seemingly innocent stereotypes are rooted in hatred and continue to harm Black communities today. In Lies About Black People: How to Combat Racist Stereotypes and Why It Matters, Dr. Dibinga combines powerful personal narratives, historical context, and contemporary analysis to expose the real-world impact of racist myths. Through intimate interviews, compelling research, and interactive exercises, readers will:- Identify and confront their own hidden biases
- Master essential vocabulary for meaningful discussions about race
- Learn concrete ways to use privilege as a force for positive change
- Understand how common stereotypes--from natural athletic ability to can't swim--perpetuate systemic racism
This transformative guide goes beyond theory to provide practical tools for lasting change. Whether you're beginning your journey in anti-racism work or seeking deeper insights for advocacy, Dr. Dibinga offers a clear path forward.
- Educators and diversity professionals
- Corporate leaders and team managers
- Anyone committed to creating a more equitable society
- Book clubs and community discussion groups
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