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Education Racial Justice Colonialism

Is School Making Us Racist?

20214 minPGexplainer

Chanté Joseph questions the possibility that UK schools are racist and omit Black history facts.

Education Racial Justice Colonialism

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Channel: Channel 4 Documentaries

Is School Making Us Racist?

2021• 4 minPG

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Chanté Joseph questions the possibility that UK schools are racist and omit Black history facts.

Synopsis

Chanté Joseph addresses the possibility that UK schools perpetuate racism by omitting critical facts about Black history. The documentary questions whether students are misled into believing that colonialism had positive aspects. It features content from award-winning programs like 24 Hours in A&E and Dispatches, highlighting the diverse experiences and challenges faced across the UK. The film aims to provoke thought and empower viewers to confront these issues in education and society.

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