Racial prejudice in Brazil: perceptions of university students in the Western Amazon
Introduction: The Western Amazon, rich in cultural diversity, also faces significant challenges related to racism. This study aims to understand how university students in the region perceive and confront racial prejudice, contributing to a deeper discussion on racial inequalities in Brazil. Method:...
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| Tipo de recurso: | artículo |
| Estado: | Versión publicada |
| Fecha de publicación: | 2024 |
| País: | Brasil |
| Institución: | Editora JRG |
| Repositorio: | Revista JRG de Estudos Acadêmicos |
| Idioma: | portugués |
| OAI Identifier: | oai:ojs2.revistajrg.com:article/1730 |
| Acceso en línea: | http://revistajrg.com/index.php/jrg/article/view/1730 |
| Access Level: | acceso abierto |
| Palabra clave: | racismo estudantes universitários preconceito racial racism university students racial prejudice |
| Sumario: | Introduction: The Western Amazon, rich in cultural diversity, also faces significant challenges related to racism. This study aims to understand how university students in the region perceive and confront racial prejudice, contributing to a deeper discussion on racial inequalities in Brazil. Method: The research, employing both quantitative and qualitative approaches, was conducted with students from the Faculdade Católica de Rondônia using a questionnaire distributed both online and in person. The study included 200 participants, focusing on self-declared ethnicity, experiences of discrimination, and knowledge about racism. Results: Among the participants, 27% (n=54) reported having experienced some form of racism, with the school environment being the most frequent location (53.7%, n=29), followed by the street (42.6%, n=23). In response to these experiences, 77.8% (n=42) took some action. Regarding legal knowledge, 99.5% (n=199) stated that they know racism is a crime, and 96% (n=192) acknowledged the existence of structural racism in Brazil. Despite many (71.5%, n=143) being enrolled in incomplete higher education, 65% (n=130) expressed dissatisfaction with current public policies, although 60% (n=120) recognized recent advancements. Discussion: The results indicate that, although the majority of students have not experienced discrimination, the reported experiences underscore the need for a more critical approach in educational institutions. The high level of awareness about racism as a crime and the recognition of structural racism reflect a critical understanding among students, highlighting the urgency for reforms in public policies to effectively address the roots of racism. Conclusion: Universities play a crucial role in promoting a culture of respect and equality. Investing in awareness programs and affirmative policies is essential to combat racism and create an inclusive academic environment. Future studies should explore the complexities of racism in Brazilian society, aiming for effective strategies to confront this persistent challenge. |
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