Culture and Power, types of racism

Cultural domination

When one culture uses its power to control, influence, or suppress another culture.

Cultural hegemony

When the beliefs and values of a dominant group become accepted as normal throughout society.

Minorities

Groups that have less social, political, or economic power than a dominant group. A minority group does not always have fewer people.

Colonialism

The practice of taking control of another territory and its people, often for land, resources, or power.

Imperialism

The extension of a country's power and influence over other countries or territories.

Individual racism

Racist beliefs, attitudes, or actions carried out by an individual.

Group/active racism

When people collectively promote or carry out racist beliefs, behaviors, or actions.

State/institutional racism

Racism that operates through government policies, laws, or institutional practices and creates racial inequalities.

Racial victimology

The study or discussion of victimization connected to race. The precise meaning can vary by textbook and context.