Talking About Racism As A Family (A Candid Conversation With Meagan’s Niece & Nephew)

Jun 5, 2020

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As we’ve seen in the aftermath of the George Floyd murder, there is still so much work to be done around racial injustice. For white people, that’s often accompanied by confusion and uncertainty that can keep us stuck in a loop of discomfort and defensiveness. But if we want things to change, we need to be part of the conversation – even if that means risking our own comfort and challenging the status quo.

While books, documentaries and social media can be important catalysts for change on a large scale (and we have some to recommend below), one of the most impactful ways to learn and grow is through in-person conversations with real people in our lives.

In this special episode of The Mom Hour, Meagan talks to her niece Cecily and her nephew Mario about their experiences as young black people living in today’s world. The discussions are at times raw and may make you squirm, but we’re hoping they will also make you think, learn, and hopefully, continue the conversation in your own homes, families, and communities.

Book lists and resource roundups:

PICTURE BOOKS THAT TEACH KIDS TO COMBAT RACISM

You believe that Black Lives Matter. You are non-Black. You don’t know what to say or do. So start here. (Cool Mom Picks)

This blog post from Karen Walrond’s Chookooloonks has books, documentaries, IG follows, and more

MOVING FROM OUTRAGE TO ACTION: TALKING RACIAL JUSTICE WITH LATASHA MORRISON (Selfie Podcast)

How White Parents Can Use Media to Raise Anti-Racist Kids (Commonsense.org)

How to Talk to Kids About Race with Amber Coleman-Mortley (Edit Your Life)