Terms

Racism – The systemic subordination of members of targeted racial groups who have relatively little social power by the members of the agent racial group who have relatively more social power. This subordination is supported by the actions of individuals, cultural norms and values, and the institutional structures and practices of society. (Wijeysinghe, Griffin, and Love)

White privilege – Unearned rights and benefits afforded white people in Western society because of the color of their skin (Teaching Tolerance)

White fragility – A state in which even a minimum amount of racial stress becomes intolerable, triggering a range of defensive moves (Robin DiAngelo)

White silence – White silence is experienced by members of the White culture who, during discussions of racial issues, experience negative emotions including guilt and anger (Marianne DiMascio)