Research Guides: Rutgers-Camden Anti-Racism Book Study: So You Want to Talk About Race: Chapter 3

Chapter 3 - What if I talk about race wrong?

How to Talk About Race

This chapter provides some tips for talking about race, which can be an uncomfortable subject for many people. There is no one "right" way to talk about race, but these resources will give additional advice for having difficult conversations about race and racism.

Smithsonian, "How to Have That Tough Conversation About Race, Racism and Racial Identity"
Forbes, "How To Have A Courageous Conversation About Race"
The Opportunity Agenda, "Ten Lessons for Talking About Race, Racism, and Racial Justice"
Net Impact Blog, "The 10 R’s of Talking About Race: How to Have Meaningful Conversations"
NPR, "Want To Have Better Conversations About Racism With Your Parents? Here's How" (Interview with Oluo)
CNBC, "Talking About Racial Inequality at Work is Difficult - Here's How to Do it Thoughtfully"
Wharton Business School, "How to Begin Talking About Race in the Workplace"

How To Talk About Race With Kids

Parents often wonder if -- and how -- they should talk about race with their children. The resources below discuss strategies for introducing conversations about race and racism in age-appropriate ways.

Talking About Race With Your Mother

In this chapter, Oluo describes a conversation with her mother about race. She tells the same story here in a video from PBS NewsHour.