السبت، 1 سبتمبر 2018

How To Improve Race Relations

By Virginia King


Race is a highly emotive issue around the world. It has broken relationships and created political divisions. Race Relations are likely to cause conflicts in work places and even make workers unable to cooperate. It is upon individuals, management and executives to put in place measures to enhance better relationships. Here are tips that can deliver excellent results in almost all situations.

Discuss the possibility of different races co-existing without being violent or conflict. These are conversations that should happen without raising emotions and in the process forestalling eruption of conflicts. It makes perceived oppressors aware of the situations of other people. They get sober and have an opportunity to reflect on the impact their actions and words have on other people.

Stop jokes that are stereotypical. It must be made clear that there is nothing funny about racism. Racist comments must be viewed as putting people down. The people who are aware of such negative treatments must take the lead and stop those who are out to perpetuate the vice. This should be done openly, especially by not entertaining their derogative language and insinuations.

You need to be introspective as an individual. Other people must also be urged to think before uttering words and change the language or approach when it feels oppressive. Share stories of disasters and tragedies that have resulted from racism and find ways to combat the vice. It creates awareness of the damage that small and seemingly innocent actions can cause.

Openly criticize and disassociate with people and events that promote racism. This includes television or entertainment shows, leaders and events, among others. Follow through the principle to pass a message that such divisive activities should never be entertained. People must understand that you are in support of different races co-existing.

Build a diverse community around you. Workers and management at all levels should represent all races. The message sent in such a case is that race does not determine the ability of a person to deliver. A diverse work environment gives confidence to all races that their contributions are cherished and that anyone can work in any environment.

Take disciplinary measures against persons who perpetuate the vice of racism. It must be entered in your company policy that racism will not be entertained. Punitive measures should be put in place to deter people from perpetuating these vices and accord punishment where it is due. The rules must apply in all situations. The minority must not appear to oppress the majority like it happens when a lot of focus is on oppression of minority by majority.

There is something unique in every situation. This calls for candid discussions about the negative effects of racism and how to overcome this vice. Raise awareness on the damaging effects of racism to help improve relationships between people. You must be practical and lead by example if you expect other people to take cue from you. Your campaign should be based on genuine assessments and discussions.




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