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a broad set of social, political, and intellectual movements aimed at dismantling and challenging the lasting effects of colonialism.

IDEA Glossary

D is for Decolonize: Understanding Historical Injustices for a More Inclusive Future

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Rachel Nicole

April 30, 2024

prejudice or discrimination, especially within a racial or ethnic group, favouring people with lighter skin over those with darker skin

IDEA Glossary

C is for Colourism

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Rachel Nicole

October 1, 2022

a racialized classification of people, usually with African ancestry, who have a wide range of skin colors and complexions

IDEA Glossary

B is for Black

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Rachel Nicole

September 1, 2022

ally, a person who actively takes steps to understand, support and uplift marginalized communities in an intentional and conscious manner

IDEA Glossary

A is for Ally

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Rachel Nicole

August 9, 2022