Isms and Biases in Ethnic Studies

Vocabulary flashcards covering key terms from the lecture notes on biases and discrimination.

Isms

Forms of discrimination or prejudice (e.g., racism, sexism, classism) targeting people based on identity; they maintain power imbalances and inequality.

Discrimination

The unjust or prejudicial treatment of different categories of people.

Prejudice

A preconceived opinion that is not based on reason or actual experience.

Marginalized

A group pushed to the edges of society and treated unfairly because of identity factors, leading to less power and opportunities.

Genderism

Discrimination based on gender identity or expression.

Sexism

Discrimination based on sex, typically against women.

Racism

Prejudice and/or discrimination based on race.

Colorism

Prejudice and/or discrimination based on skin tone or complexion; favoring lighter skin.

Ethnocentrism

Prejudice and/or discrimination against people based on their ethnic group or culture; belief that one’s own culture is superior.

Heteronormativism

Prejudice and/or discrimination that promotes heterosexuality as the normal or preferred sexual orientation.

Classism

Prejudice and/or discrimination based on economic class.

Ableism

Prejudice and/or discrimination against those who are differently-abled, physically or mentally.

Ageism

Prejudice and/or discrimination against those who are younger or older within a space.