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We make assumptions about people every day. Typically, we choose to see what is on the outside of people over the inside. Our goal throughout this activity is to look beyond our physical appearances and better understand how bias, stereotypes, and prejudice work.
Imagine you’re in a parking lot trying to open your car. Multiple people stare at you and make assumptions about what you’re trying to do. They may associate traits and stereotypes with you based on what they see. For example, many people consciously or unconsciously associate darker skin with criminal behavior and may assume they are witnessing a break-in. The importance of this activity is to broaden our minds beyond stereotypes and biased opinions to really learn more about ourselves and others. The big question is: What are the dangers of assumptions?
Think of identity as an iceberg. What we can see about others—what’s above or at their waterline—is not all there is to who they are. Much of their identity is hidden down below. The same is obviously true for your identity and how much of who you are is visible to others!
In this activity, you’ll have the opportunity to reflect on the many levels of you.What can everyone easily see about you? Which of your characteristics might be visible but are not as obvious? What parts of your identity are hidden from others?
Bias: An inclination or preference, either for or against an individual or group, that interferes with impartial judgment
Stereotype: An oversimplified generalization about a person or group of people without regard for individual differences
Prejudice: Judging or having an idea about someone or a group of people before you actually know them; prejudice is often directed toward people in a certain identity group (race, religion, gender, etc.)
Think about all the levels of the identity iceberg.
How often do people see the side of you that is below the waterline?
How often do others assume your identity because of what is above your waterline?
How often do you assume others’ identities because of what is above their waterline? What do you really know about them?
How are you going to try and get to know people below
the waterline and teach others to do the same?
About ADL
ADL is a leading anti-hate organization. Founded in 1913 in response to an escalating climate of antisemitism and bigotry, its timeless mission is to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment to all. Today, ADL continues to fight all forms of hate with the same vigor and passion. Visit adl.org for more information and educational resources.
Siddiqa Faruki and Mae Anglim are both high school seniors and members of the Geaux Girl! Teen Advisory Council. They are ADL Peer Facilitators who are trained in anti-bias education. Their goal is to recognize and confront their own biases and encourage others to do the same.
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