TED Talks Daily How to overcome our biases? Walk boldly toward them | Vernā Myers
Jul 29, 2020
In this engaging talk, Vernā Myers, a renowned diversity advocate, dives into the dangerous effects of unconscious bias on society. She urges listeners to confront their own prejudices and take bold steps toward the groups that make them uncomfortable. By sharing personal stories, Vernā highlights the challenges faced by young black men and emphasizes the need for genuine connections across racial divides. Her impassioned plea encourages collective action and empathy, reminding us of the vital role we play in fostering a more inclusive future.
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Pilot Bias
- Verna Myers shared her bias about female pilots surfacing during turbulence.
- Despite explicitly supporting female pilots, she found herself questioning their competence during a bumpy flight.
Implicit Bias for White
- Implicit Association Tests reveal most people, regardless of race, have a default preference for white individuals.
- This unconscious bias links positive words with white faces faster than with Black faces.
Confronting Bias
- Reject colorblindness; it hinders addressing how racial differences impact opportunities.
- Confront biases by actively seeking out and remembering positive examples of Black individuals.
