This article has its origins in the Macpherson report's contention that public organisations in British society are characterised by institutional racism. Drawing upon the Parekh report's identification of ten components of institutional racism, the article examines which, if any, of these components are manifest in a university in Central England…

In this essay, Joyce King attempts to interrupt the calculus of human (un)worthiness and to repair the collective cultural amnesia that are legacies of slavery and that make it easy--hegemonically and dysconsciously--for the public to accept myths and media reports, such as those about the depravity of survivors of Hurricane Katrina in New Orleans…

The state of Black-Jewish relations in the United States is far healthier, despite some differences of opinion, than the popular perception suggests. The issues that are usually cited as constituting the breakdown in harmonious Jewish-Black relations are discussed. (RM)

Most Black memorabilia and collectibles depict distorted, stereotyped images of Blacks, reflecting a past in which racism was directly pervasive, and insidious. Internalization of these symbols and images has made the concept of Black inferiority an inherent and persistent part of American culture, on both conscious and unconscious levels.…

Examines Black women's use of the negative epithet of the dog in describing men who fail to fulfill their prescribed ideal role of breadwinner, companion, husband, and father. Suggests that use of the dog stereotype impedes effective communication between Black men and women. (Author/MJL)

Examines negative images of Black men and women in American society and contrasts these with positive images of Whites. Suggests that the attribution of stereotyped, negative characteristics to Blacks has affected Blacks' perceptions of self-worth and has resulted in interpersonal conflict between Black males and females. (Author/MJL)

Contends that the disproportionately high rate of human immunodeficiency virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS) infections among African Americans should be approached from a social and political perspective and should not be viewed as merely a result of individual behavior. Considers HIV/AIDS risk factors and health and social…

This paper explores socioeconomic and cultural conditions that predispose black women to choose paths to non-traditional gender roles and life choices more often than white women. Acknowledged is a need for scholars and researchers to look at the lives of black women, not from the dominant, white, male-centered scholarship model but from the…

Explores psychological, political, and sociological impulses that underlie Black Americans' contact with and interest in Africa. Asserts that Africa and her American descendants can attain a high level of mutual understanding and solidarity only when Afro-Americans change their "American mentality" so that cultural elements of their "Africanness"…

To get better minority representation in administration, several problems must be solved, starting with better access down below. Lingering racist attitudes must be overcome, and more effective training and orientation provided. The historically Black institutions have a key role to play. (Author/MLW)

This paper reports on positions of power and prestige that minorities have held in Canada and suggests the potential role of minorities in managerial positions. Also suggested are conscious efforts by the subcultural groups, the government, and the private and voluntary sectors to foster acculturation and multiculturalism in Canada. (Author/EB)

Black filmmakers have produced many films that successfully showcase African-American culture, yet this work is rarely exposed to its intended audience. The Black bourgeoisie, because of their money and social status, must play a role in supporting Black filmmaking and fostering the perception of Black film as part of American popular culture. (GC)

Describes how television aided the civil rights movement by increasing public exposure to race-related problems. Considers present-day television's limited and somewhat biased coverage of Blacks, women, and minority groups and describes how these groups might be able to enhance their social position through more control of this medium. (MJL)

An asset-oriented approach to cross-cultural issues for Blacks with disabilities advocates the view that Blacks can flourish despite seemingly overwhelming negative odds. To help rehabilitation personnel embrace an asset orientation, several issues are addressed: human rights, majority attitudes, role models, asset-oriented messages from Blacks,…

Studies of the Black experience and its effects on career development and psychosocial identity indicate that: (1) a differential career opportunity structure exists for all people; (2) for Blacks, the real and perceived opportunity structures are qualitatively and quantitatively different from those available to whites; and (3) it is the role of…