Malaysians are Racist: Understanding the Roots
Racism is a deep-rooted issue that has existed in Malaysian society because t he main ethnic groups include Malays, Chinese, Indians and it has also been happening all over the world for centuries. It is a problem that transcends boundaries, affecting individuals, communities and countries. To effectively deal with racism, it is important to understand its roots, recognize its effects and explore ways to eliminate them. [1] What is racism? Racism is a specific form of discrimination that involves prejudiced or unfair treatment of individuals based on their characteristics such as race, gender, skin color, religion, status and so on. It could also be in various forms, including: Interpersonal Racism: Racism between individuals. This includes personal biases, racial slurs, stereotypes, or exclusion Institutional Racism: Racism within organizations and systems. Examples include unfair hiring practices or unequal access to education and healthcare . Struct...