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So, I’m seeing more and more invocations of the #ModelMinorityMyth on here. There are a LOT of reasons it’s problematic, but here are some of the key points.
The Model Minority Myth as erasure:
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The Model Minority Myth as erasure:
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1. First and foremost:
The model minority myth upholds and perpetuates anti-Black racism. Saying “this group is so hardworking and successful!” validates mirror image stereotypes that other groups must be inherently deficient.
The model minority myth upholds and perpetuates anti-Black racism. Saying “this group is so hardworking and successful!” validates mirror image stereotypes that other groups must be inherently deficient.
2. The model minority myth is used to deny white supremacy. Saying “Asians are doing well, so our society isn’t racist” is ahistorical and not based in reality, but you see people using this logic quite frequently.
For #BlackHistoryMonth, Asian students at @MiddlefieldCI got together for an @AsianAllies convo to interrogate Asian identities & learn how the #ModelMinorityMyth perpetuates #AntiBlackRacism. We’re meeting again this Friday to find out how to be better allies for Black folks.✊🏼 
Using safe ways to engage students in such convos was key. @JoanneTangYRDSB & I encouraged them to explore their social positions & think about #AntiBlackRacism at a systemic level. #asiansalliesconvo #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistory365 #BlackLivesMatter @YRDSB @yrdsbinclusion
We look forward to seeing how the @MiddlefieldCI students are going to continue these convos beyond this 2-part series! ✊🏼💪🏼 #asiansalliesconvo #BlackHistoryMonth #BlackHistory365 #BlackHistoryMonth2020 #BlackHistory #BlackLivesMatter @YRDSB @yrdsbinclusion
